Adopting Social Work Licensure Compact

Summary

This bill enters West Virginia into the Social Work Licensure Compact, an agreement that allows licensed social workers to practice across state lines. It affects social workers seeking multistate practice and clients who need better access to care. By reducing licensing barriers, the compact helps address social worker shortages and improves access to mental health and social services.

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