Bill > H0062

This bill establishes the Counseling Compact, which facilitates interstate practice of licensed professional counselors to improve public access to counseling services. The Compact allows for mutual recognition of member state licenses, enhances states' ability to protect public health and safety, and enables the use of telehealth technology to increase access to counseling. It creates a national Counseling Compact Commission to administer the Compact, including developing rules and data systems. The bill also authorizes the Office of Professional Regulation to conduct criminal background checks on applicants for licensure as clinical mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and certain other professions.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2024/H.62