Bill > HB2157

This bill modlicensing requirements for psychschlicensed school)ologist) in Texasus Texas establishing a new pathway for licensed that additional standards for professionals working in school settingsologic services. Bill amends the existing occupations Code to specifically create a newspeclicense category that allows (1a person must already be licensed as a psychaologist (2)_)) pass nationwide recognized national examination; (3) apply3apply in prescribed manner;;; and (4) pay a specified fee.ot. The bill also innovation also requires the executive council establish continuing education requirements requirements for education requirements related to special needs, including understanding about federal special educations laws like theIndiv With Disabilities Education Education Act and Section 504 RehAct. focusing The bill specifically authorrequiresects the the Texas Behavioral Health Executive coCouncil to adopt rules and fees rules and establish fees for this new licensing by licensing category, with implementation scheduled targeted for September September 1, , 2025.025. Theally bill Creates to somewhat streamexpedited licensing process for psychschool experienced psychologists wanting to specialize in school in school-based services while psychological support.

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