SB320
Enter into the Athletic Trainer Compact
Summary
The bill enacts the Athletic Trainer Compact, allowing licensed athletic trainers to practice in member states without needing multiple licenses. It aims to improve public access to athletic training services, enhance workforce mobility, and maintain state regulatory authority over public health and safety. The compact includes provisions for mutual recognition of licenses, streamlined administrative processes, and adherence to uniform licensure requirements.
Rationale
The bill promotes mobility and access to services, aligning with libertarian principles of free markets and individual choice. However, it also involves state regulation and oversight, which may conflict with the Libertarian Party's emphasis on minimal government intervention. The mixed nature of the bill's implications for individual rights and state authority results in moderate alignment scores.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased state regulation may lead to bureaucratic inefficiencies.
- Potential for overreach in enforcement of compact rules.
- Interstate cooperation may complicate local regulatory frameworks.