HB 5559·WV·house
To facilitate interstate practice of Regulated Social Workers by improving public access to competent Social Work Services.
In CommitteeFiled Feb 16, 2026
Sponsor: Leavitt
Latest Action
To House Government Organization
Feb 16, 2026
Summary
The bill adopts the Social Work Licensure Compact, creating a multistate license that lets qualified social workers practice in any member state. It establishes a compact commission, outlines state and individual participation rules, and gives the Board of Social Work authority to enforce the new system. The goal is to expand public access to competent social work services.
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