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OR HB3339

OR HB3339
Relating to a psychology licensure compact; prescribing an effective date.


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Introduced
01/28/2025
In Committee
01/30/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes Oregon join a compact with other states to let psychologists work across state lines. (Flesch Readability Score: 65.1). Enacts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. Allows the Oregon Board of Psychology to disclose specified information to the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission. Exempts individuals authorized under the Compact from the requirement to obtain a license from the board. Allows the board to use moneys to meet financial obligations imposed on the State of Oregon as a result of participation in the Compact. Becomes operative on January 1, 2027. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

AI Summary

This bill establishes Oregon's participation in the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate psychological practice across state lines. The compact allows licensed psychologists to provide telepsychology services and conduct temporary in-person practice in participating states without obtaining additional licenses. Key provisions include creating an authority to practice telepsychology, which enables psychologists to provide services remotely to clients in other compact states, and a temporary authorization for face-to-face psychological services for up to 30 days per calendar year in a distant state. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for licensing, including definitions, requirements for participation, and mechanisms for information sharing and disciplinary actions. It creates a Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the compact, with provisions for dispute resolution, enforcement, and interstate cooperation. The bill also establishes a dedicated Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Account within the Oregon Board of Psychology Account to manage financial obligations, with a cap of $50,000. The provisions will become operative on January 1, 2027, giving the Oregon Board of Psychology time to prepare for implementation and develop necessary rules and procedures.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)

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