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Medical Licensure Compact Permanency Act

This bill removes the sunset provision for the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC), which is a voluntary agreement among participating states to streamline the medical licensing process for qualified physicians. The bill allows physicians who meet specific eligibility criteria to obtain expedited medical licenses in multiple states through a simplified application process. Key provisions include establishing a detailed framework for physician qualification, including requirements for medical education, licensing examinations, and professional standing. The compact creates an Interstate Commission to administer the process, manage information sharing between state medical boards, facilitate joint investigations, and coordinate disciplinary actions. Physicians can apply for an expedited license through their "state of principal license" after meeting stringent requirements such as having a full and unrestricted medical license, passing medical licensing examinations, completing graduate medical education, and maintaining a clean professional record. The compact aims to enhance healthcare access by making it easier for physicians to practice across state lines while maintaining rigorous professional standards and patient safety protections. By removing the sunset provision, the bill ensures the continued implementation of this interstate licensing mechanism beyond its originally scheduled expiration date.1