Committee advances changes to physical-therapy practice act to address workforce shortages
House Bill 159 was reported favorable after sponsors and APTA representatives said the bill removes barriers for stable patients, increases supervised personnel limits and requires reassessment intervals, intended to address workforce shortages and improve access.
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The Senate Health and Welfare Committee reported House Bill 159 favorable after testimony from physical-therapy stakeholders that the bill would ease barriers to patient access while preserving safeguards for complex cases.
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