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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/29/2025
01/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/16/2025
06/16/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to prescriptive authority certification for psychologists; creating s. 490.0065, F.S.; defining terms; requiring the Board of Psychology to certify psychologists to exercise prescriptive authority if they meet specified criteria; requiring the board to develop procedures and adopt rules relating to prescriptive authority certification; authorizing the board to require that a prescribing psychologist correct certain deficiencies under certain circumstances; specifying certification application requirements; providing an exemption; requiring the board to adopt rules providing for certification renewal; specifying continuing education requirements for certification renewal; specifying requirements for the prescribing of drugs and controlled substances by a prescribing psychologist; prohibiting specified prescribing actions; requiring a prescribing psychologist who is authorized to prescribe controlled substances to file his or her federal Drug Enforcement Administration registration number with the board within a specified timeframe; requiring the board to maintain a current record of every prescribing psychologist authorized to prescribe controlled substances; requiring a prescribing psychologist to maintain professional liability insurance; exempting specified licensees from certain certification requirements; requiring the Board of Psychology to establish an interim panel for a specified purpose by a specified date; providing panel membership; requiring the panel to submit recommendations for rules to the board by a specified date; requiring the panel to develop a formulary for prescribing psychologists; providing requirements for the formulary; providing for the expiration of the panel; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill creates a new section of Florida law that establishes a certification process for psychologists to obtain prescriptive authority, allowing them to prescribe medications for mental health and related conditions. The bill requires psychologists to meet rigorous educational and training requirements, including graduating from a doctoral program, passing a national examination, completing specialized coursework in pharmacology and clinical sciences, and gaining clinical experience. To obtain and maintain the certification, psychologists must be licensed, complete continuing education, maintain professional liability insurance, and follow specific practice guidelines. The certification requires collaboration with primary care physicians, maintaining patient prescription records, and adhering to strict rules about prescribing controlled substances. An interim panel composed of medical professionals will be established to develop a formulary that defines the scope of prescription authority, including guidelines for treating patients under 18 and limitations on prescribing Schedule II controlled substances. The bill aims to expand the role of psychologists in mental health treatment by allowing them to directly prescribe medications after demonstrating advanced clinical and pharmacological competence, while also implementing safeguards to ensure patient safety and responsible medication management.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Health Policy (on 06/16/2025)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/250 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/250/BillText/Filed/HTML |
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