Applied behavior analysis; transferring licensure powers and duties to the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists; requiring background check. Effective date.
Approved by Governor 05/12/2026
Summary
The bill moves the power to license and regulate applied behavior analysts from the Department of Human Services to the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists. It requires all applicants for a behavior‑analyst license or assistant certification to pass a national criminal‑history check and meet defined education, age, and character standards. The change also sets renewal deadlines, fee limits, and penalties for practicing without a license.
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