I am writing in strong support of the proposed changes to the Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology regulations, particularly regarding the development of an alternative pathway to licensure that does not require the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) and the removal of the requirement for ASHA-approved CEUs for professional development. These changes are critical for enhancing accessibility to the field of speech-language pathology (SLP) and reducing unnecessary barriers for professionals and those they serve.