They can also take advantage of professional expertise and lower costs that may not be available in Massachusetts. The benefits of the compact will also extend to licensees. The interstate license compact will allow our licensed professionals to greatly expand their businesses or careers by attracting and serving clients, patients, or customers in states throughout the country. Conversely, Massachusetts may be home to a specialized professional service that is not readily available in other parts of the country. The compact will provide our professionals with the opportunity to more easily service these underserved areas.
Mutual recognition holds great opportunities for all.
Consumers will see competition in the marketplace along with a greater choice of services and enhanced consumer protection measures. Licensed professionals will be given a streamlined licensing process with savings in time and money as well as a more mobile environment and an ability to greatly expand their business or careers. Businesses will also benefit from increased worker mobility, especially in times of worker shortages. States participating in a license compact will be able to pass the system's benefits on to licensees and consumers alike. Additionally, with the authority to deny the right to practice to those who violate its rules and regulations, state autonomy will not be compromised.