Senate panel hears bill to join respiratory care interstate compact

Mar 25, 2026

The Senate Legislative Oversight and Sunset Committee heard SB 216, which would allow respiratory therapists licensed in compact states to obtain a multistate privilege to practice in Delaware, with supporters saying it would ease workforce shortages and agency officials noting data on outcomes is limited.

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At a hybrid meeting, the Senate Legislative Oversight and Sunset Committee heard testimony on SB 216, the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, which would create a multistate licensing pathway allowing respiratory therapists privileged to practice across member states.

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