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This bill enacts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, which allows licensed psychologists to practice across state lines more easily. The compact aims to increase public access to psychological services by enabling psychologists to provide telepsychology (services delivered via telecommunication technologies) and temporary in-person services in states where they are not licensed. It establishes a framework for cooperation between participating states, known as "compact states," to share information about psychologist licensure and disciplinary actions, and to hold psychologists accountable. Key provisions include defining terms like "telepsychology," "compact state," and "home state," outlining requirements for psychologists to practice under the compact (such as holding a current license in a home state and meeting educational criteria), and establishing a Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission to oversee the compact's implementation and rulemaking. The compact also details procedures for adverse actions, dispute resolution, and withdrawal from the agreement, ensuring that public safety and professional standards are maintained across participating states.

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