Biden-Harris Administration Launching Initiative to Build Multi-state Social Worker Licensure Compact to Increase Access to Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Address Workforce Shortages

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Jul 16, 2024

Outlines new investment by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to support the creation of a multi-state licensure compact, allowing social workers to practice across state lines without applying for multiple licenses. Notes the potential impacts of the licensure compact on rural communities by easing provider shortages and expanding telehealth service availability.

Access · Behavioral health · Behavioral health workforce · Funding · Health workforce supply and demand · Legislation and regulations · Licensure and certification of health professionals · Substance use and misuse · Telehealth