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Three Things to Know:

  1. All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico implemented some kind of telehealth policy change during the pandemic.

  2. At least 37 states enacted over 51 bills to make certain temporary flexibilities permanent after the COVID-19 state emergency.

  3. Some states took non-legislative action—through governor’s offices, Medicaid agencies, licensing boards and other state agencies—to make COVID-related changes permanent.

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Health Workforce Legislation Database

This database covers topics relating to health workforce, including several professions and strategies. It includes all enacted legislation from 2021 to present, and is updated biweekly as legislation is identified by NCSL staff.
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