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HB 329

Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Interstate Compact for School Psychologists

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Wallace Aristide

HB 329 would establish an interstate compact enabling school psychologists to practice across state lines, reducing licensing barriers but modifying Florida transparency requirements.

Died in Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 329

Legislative bill overview

HB 329 proposes creating an interstate compact allowing school psychologists to be licensed and practice across state lines more easily, similar to existing compacts for other professions. The bill would modify Florida's public records and meetings requirements to accommodate interstate coordination on professional licensing.

Why is this important

School psychologist shortages exist nationwide, and interstate licensing compacts can increase workforce mobility and access to mental health services in schools. However, the bill died in subcommittee, indicating insufficient legislative support or unresolved concerns about implementation.

Potential points of contention

  • Licensing reciprocity concerns: Questions about whether Florida's licensing standards align with other states, potentially affecting consumer protections
  • Public records/transparency trade-offs: Changes to public meetings requirements could reduce governmental transparency while facilitating interstate coordination
  • Workforce impact ambiguity: Unclear whether removing licensing barriers helps Florida schools or allows Florida-trained psychologists to leave the state

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

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