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MS HB479
MS HB479Universal Recognition of Occupational License Act; revise regarding practices of marriage and family therapy and psychology.
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Introduced
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
In Committee
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Crossed Over
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 73-50-2, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Certain Provisions Relating To Temporary Practice Permits For The Practices Of Marriage And Family Therapy And Psychology Under The Universal Recognition Of Occupational Licenses Act; To Bring Forward Section 73-54-23, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relates To The Practice Of Marriage And Family Therapy, For The Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Sections 73-31-14 And 73-31-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relate To The Practice Of Psychology, For The Purposes Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act in Mississippi to revise provisions regarding temporary practice permits for marriage and family therapists and psychologists. Specifically, it extends the timeframe for issuing these temporary permits for these professions from 30 days to 60 days after an application is received, while maintaining the 365-day validity period for the permit itself. The bill also includes language that brings forward existing sections of Mississippi law related to the practice of marriage and family therapy and psychology for potential future amendments, ensuring that these professions are addressed within the broader framework of occupational licensing recognition.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred To Public Health and Welfare (on 02/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0479.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0400-0499/HB0479PS.htm |
| Amendment No 1 | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/ham/HB0479_H_Amend_01.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0400-0499/HB0479IN.htm |
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