Bill
HB 4591
Overview: HB 4591, "Health occupations: counselors; professional counselors licensure compact; provide for", was referred to the Committee on Health Policy. It was introduced on Ma
Overview: HB 4591, "Health occupations: counselors; professional counselors licensure compact; provide for", was referred to the Committee on Health Policy. It was introduced on March 12, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to authorize the state's participation in the Professional Counselors Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate the interstate practice of professional counseling.
Key Provisions:
- Allows professional counselors licensed in other compact member states to practice in the state without obtaining an additional license
- Establishes requirements for counselors to participate in the compact, including holding an active license in good standing
- Grants the state's counseling board authority to oversee and enforce the compact's provisions
- Requires the state to share licensure and disciplinary information with other compact member states
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact professional counselors, allowing them to more easily practice across state lines while maintaining appropriate oversight and disciplinary mechanisms. Consumers of counseling services may also benefit from increased access to licensed providers.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HB 4591 has been referred to the Committee on Health Policy for further consideration. If approved by the committee, it would then proceed to a full House vote.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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