NCSL Legislative Video Resource Center

In the midst of ongoing national concerns about the health workforce, states are looking at a variety of ways to mitigate shortages. Join us to hear more about interstate licensure compacts and how states are leveraging them to enhance their workforce and improve access to care.

Benefits cliffs are sudden and often unexpected decreases in public benefits that occur with small increases in earnings. States are increasingly examining strategies to reduce benefits cliffs in ways that increase household economic stability and incentivize work. This session will introduce benefits cliffs and how two states are approaching the issue.

Health care provider shortages affect a variety of sectors, including primary care and behavioral health. With the rise of an aging population, retiring workers and those leaving the workforce due to burnout, states look for innovate strategies to recruit and retain providers in their communities. Hear about the policy levers states are considering to address their health care workforce shortages, and learn about the strategies that have been successful.