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This bill eliminates a current licensing exemption that previously allowed certain employees of state, county, municipal agencies, other political subdivisions, or duly chartered educational institutions to provide psychotherapy services without obtaining a professional license. By repealing this exemption under RSA 329-B:28, I(b), the legislation means that employees in these settings will now be required to obtain the same professional licensure as other psychotherapy providers to legally offer mental health services. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, and according to the fiscal note, it is expected to have a minimal fiscal impact of less than $10,000 per year from fiscal years 2025 through 2028. The goal appears to be ensuring consistent professional standards and qualifications for all individuals providing psychotherapy, regardless of their employment setting.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_status.aspx?lsr=0220&sy=2025&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2025&txtbillnumber=HB227