Physical therapists; not required to have prior work experience to work at PPEC center.

HB 881 removes a requirement that physical therapists working at Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) centers in Mississippi must have prior work experience. This directly affects physical therapists seeking employment at PPEC facilities by eliminating a previous licensing barrier. The bill amends Mississippi Code § 41-125-19 to explicitly state that licensing rules may not mandate such experience. However, the bill died in committee on February 4, 2025, and is no longer active.