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Introduced
01/31/2025
01/31/2025
In Committee
02/10/2025
02/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/16/2025
06/16/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists; creating s. 490.016, F.S.; creating the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists; providing a purpose and objectives of the compact; defining terms; specifying requirements that states must meet to join and participate in the compact; providing for recognition of school psychologist licenses in member states; specifying criteria that a school psychologist must satisfy to practice with an equivalent license in remote states under the compact; providing requirements for renewal of an equivalent license in a member state; specifying multiple locations an active military member and his or her spouse may be deemed to hold a home state license; providing construction; providing for the exchange of files and information relating to investigations and discipline of licensees in member states; establishing the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission; providing for membership, duties, and powers of the commission; specifying the powers and duties of the executive committee of the commission; providing for membership and meetings of the executive committee; requiring the commission to adopt and provide an annual report to member states; specifying public notice and recordkeeping requirements for commission meetings; providing for the financing of the commission; providing members, officers, the executive director, employees, and representatives of the commission immunity from suit and liability under certain circumstances; requiring the commission to defend such individuals in civil actions under certain circumstances; providing for the indemnity of such individuals for any settlements or judgments in such cases; providing exceptions; providing construction; requiring member states to participate in the exchange of specified information; authorizing the commission to adopt rules and bylaws; specifying rulemaking procedures, including public notice and meeting requirements; specifying emergency rulemaking procedures; providing for state enforcement of the compact; providing for the jurisdiction and venue for court proceedings against the commission; providing that the commission is entitled to receive service of process, and has standing to intervene, in all proceedings involving the enforcement or interpretation of the compact; providing procedures for defaulting member states; providing for the termination of compact membership; providing procedures for the resolution of certain disputes related to the compact; specifying procedures and jurisdiction for initiating legal action against member states or the commission; specifying the process by which the compact becomes effective; specifying procedures for withdrawing from, and making amendments to, the compact; providing construction and severability; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, a comprehensive agreement designed to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology by creating a standardized framework for licensing and professional mobility. The compact allows school psychologists who meet specific professional requirements to obtain equivalent licenses in multiple member states, reducing bureaucratic barriers and addressing workforce shortages. Key provisions include establishing uniform licensing standards, such as requiring a qualifying national exam, completing a supervised internship, and graduating from an approved school psychology education program. The bill creates an Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission to oversee the compact's implementation, with responsibilities including information sharing, rulemaking, and dispute resolution among member states. The compact enables school psychologists, particularly active military members and their spouses, to more easily practice across state lines while maintaining professional standards and protecting public safety. The commission will facilitate information exchange about licensees, including adverse actions and investigative information, and has the authority to develop rules, conduct meetings, and take legal actions to ensure compliance. The compact becomes effective once seven states have enacted it, and member states can withdraw with a 180-day notice period, during which they must continue to recognize licenses granted under the compact.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Health Policy (on 06/16/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/434 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/434/BillText/Filed/HTML |
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