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SB 775

Board of Psychology and Board of Behavioral Sciences.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Angelique Ashby

SB 775 restructures California's psychology and behavioral sciences boards, consolidating regulatory oversight of mental health professionals and altering licensing and complaint processes.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 787, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SB 775

Legislative bill overview

SB 775 restructures California's regulatory framework for psychology and behavioral sciences by merging or reorganizing the Board of Psychology and Board of Behavioral Sciences. The bill, sponsored by Assemblymember Angelique Ashby, became law in October 2025 after gubernatorial approval and is now codified as Chapter 787 of the 2025 Statutes.

Why is this important

This legislation affects licensing, regulation, and oversight of thousands of mental health professionals in California, potentially impacting consumer protections, professional standards, and the efficiency of regulatory processes. Changes to board structure can influence licensing timelines, complaint investigation procedures, and public access to disciplinary records.

Potential points of contention

  • Consolidation vs. specialization: Merging boards may improve efficiency but could dilute specialized oversight of distinct professions with different training requirements and ethical considerations
  • Regulatory burden and staffing: Restructuring requires administrative transition costs and potential gaps in regulatory capacity during implementation
  • Professional representation: Different practitioner groups may have unequal influence on a consolidated board, affecting rule-making that impacts their respective professions differently

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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