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Governor Shapiro Announces Full Implementation of Medical Licensure Compacts

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Governor Josh Shapiro today announced the full implementation of three health care licensure compacts in Pennsylvania, streamlining the application process for over 300,000 nurses, 65,000 doctors, and 17,000 physical therapists currently licensed in the state. This move aims to reduce barriers for qualified, licensed medical professionals and allow licensed providers in other states to easily work in Pennsylvania.

Key Takeaways:

  • Pennsylvania has fully implemented three health care licensure compacts, reducing red tape and barriers for qualified, licensed medical professionals.
  • The compacts will streamline the application process for over 300,000 nurses, 65,000 doctors, and 17,000 physical therapists currently licensed in Pennsylvania.
  • The new policy will allow licensed providers in other states to easily work in Pennsylvania, enhancing patient care and access to healthcare services.
  • Governor Shapiro, Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt, and lawmakers will join healthcare providers to announce the full implementation of the compacts at Wellspan Education Center on July 7, 2025.
  • The event will be live-streamed on pacast.com/live/gov and governor.pa.gov/live.
  • A press conference will be held at 11:00 AM WHERE: Wellspan Education Center 1409 Williams Rd York, PA 17402.

Statistics:

  • Over 300,000 nurses currently licensed in Pennsylvania will benefit from the streamlined application process.
  • 65,000 doctors and 17,000 physical therapists will also have easier access to practice in multiple states.
  • The three health care licensure compacts aim to reduce barriers for qualified, licensed medical professionals by 50%.
  • The new policy is expected to enhance patient care and access to healthcare services in Pennsylvania.

Sources:

  • Governor Josh Shapiro - Press Release (no specific date mentioned)
  • Al Schmidt - Secretary of the Commonwealth (including title and name as they appear in the original material)
  • Rep. Frank Burns - Chairman of the PA House Professional Licensure Committee (no specific date mentioned)
  • Patty Donley - Senior VP & Chief Nursing Executive, Wellspan Health (no specific date mentioned)
  • Stephanie Watkins - Senior VP of Advocacy and Policy, Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (no specific date mentioned)
  • Hollis King - Student, Jersey College School of Nursing at Wellspan Health (no specific date mentioned)

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