adopt the physician assistant licensure compact.

Summary

The bill adds South Dakota to the multi‑state Physician Assistant Licensure Compact, allowing physician assistants with a valid, unrestricted license from any participating state to practice in South Dakota (and vice‑versa) without obtaining a new state license. It is intended to improve access to medical services, especially for military families and patients who move across state lines. The compact also keeps patient safety protections by requiring PAs to be under the jurisdiction of the state where the patient is located.

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