An Act relative to Massachusetts joining the nursing licensure compact

This bill allows Massachusetts to join the Nurse Licensure Compact, a national agreement that would let registered and licensed practical nurses obtain a single multistate license to practice in any other state that has also joined the compact. Under this new law, nurses licensed in Massachusetts would be authorized to work across participating states without needing separate licenses for each location, while also requiring background checks for all applicants. The legislation establishes a new chapter in state law to define key terms, set up an interstate commission to oversee the compact, and create a system for sharing information about nurse licenses and disciplinary actions among member states.