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SB 501·MI·senate

Health occupations: physical therapists; licensing process; modify to incorporate physical therapy licensing compact. Amends secs. 16335, 17801 & 17821 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16335 et seq.) & adds secs. 17820a & 17820b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4101'25

Sent to ExecutiveFiled Aug 13, 2025
Sponsor: Sylvia Santana (D)
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PRESENTED TO GOVERNOR 7/14/2026 11:04 AM

Jul 15, 2026

Summary

The Senate bill changes sections of the Michigan Occupational Code to incorporate the multi‑state physical therapy licensing compact. It affects licensed physical therapists and the state licensing board by allowing compact‑state therapists to practice in Michigan and Michigan therapists to practice in other compact states. The measure aims to improve mobility and access to physical therapy services.

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