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22 ASCP Skin Deep Spring 2026 LOOKING FORWARD A multistate license isn't just a chance to allow you to take your practice with you when you travel, it's also a way to circumvent the arduous process of trying to get a license by reciprocity when you move to a new state. This will expand your career opportunities and make life easier for many of you by cutting through red tape. Keep an eye on your inbox for more updates as the ASCP team works hard to expand the compact to more states—yours could be next! Have questions for the ASCP Government Relations team? Email gr@ascpskincare.com. ASCP ADVOCACY Esthetics Compact FAQs Q: What if I don't want a multistate license? A: No worries! This license is totally optional. If you don't want one, you don't have to apply for one. Q: Does this impact my state license? A: Absolutely not. Nothing will change about how you're currently licensed in your state. Q: I've been waiting for this! How much longer do we have to wait? A: That all depends on your state legislative bodies. The sooner we get this bill language signed into law in seven states, the sooner the compact commission can form. Once that happens, it usually takes about one year for a commission to start issuing multistate licenses. Q: How do I know if I'm eligible for a multistate license? How do I apply for one? A: Hang tight. Once the compact commission forms and finalizes their rules, we'll share all the details of eligibility and application requirements. Q: How can I help? A: This is my favorite question! Your voice is the biggest weapon we have in our arsenal. Talk to your state representatives and senators. Tell them portability matters to you and your profession, and that being a member of the compact makes your state more appealing to highly qualified professionals in your field. Check out estheticscompact.org to learn more. Laura Puryear ASCP Government Relations Director Think of [a multistate license] like a driver's license. You're allowed to drive in states outside of where you're licensed, but you must obey their speed limits. GETTY IMAGES