H 5272·MA·house
An Act to effectuate Massachusetts’ participation in the social work licensure compact
Reported by CommitteeFiled Mar 25, 2026
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Latest Action
House: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
Mar 25, 2026
Summary
The bill adds Chapter 112B to Massachusetts law, defining a compact that lets licensed social workers practice in any member state with a multistate license. It sets the standards a state must meet to join and the ongoing duties of member states, such as sharing disciplinary data and requiring a national exam. This expands mobility for social workers while protecting public safety.
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