Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact

SB 174 establishes Maryland's participation in the Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact, enabling social workers licensed in Maryland to practice across other participating states with a single multistate license. This directly affects licensed social workers, military families, and rural communities facing workforce shortages by eliminating the need for separate licenses in each state. Key provisions include mutual recognition of licenses among member states, shared disciplinary records through a centralized Commission, and requirements for social workers to follow the laws of the state where the client is located. The bill also supports telehealth access to improve service availability and ensures public safety through shared information on adverse actions against licensees.