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Introduced
02/14/2020
02/14/2020
In Committee
02/14/2020
02/14/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
2019-2020 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to granting licensed psychologists prescriptive authority
AI Summary
This bill amends the education law to grant licensed psychologists in New York the authority to prescribe drugs, including controlled substances, for the treatment of individuals with psychiatric, mental, cognitive, nervous, emotional, or behavioral disorders. The bill outlines the requirements for psychologists to obtain this prescriptive authority, including specialized education, training, and passing an examination. It also establishes procedures for renewing prescriptive authority and regulates prescribing practices, including interactions with the state board of pharmacy. The bill aims to provide psychologists with the ability to prescribe appropriate drugs within the scope of their practice.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION (on 02/14/2020)
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