Bill > HB2483

This bill updates Arizona's behavioral health licensing laws by refining definitions, particularly for "accredited" institutions, and clarifying requirements for various behavioral health professional licenses. It amends existing statutes to ensure that educational programs considered for licensure are accredited by recognized bodies or meet equivalent standards, and it adjusts language related to academic review committees and the qualifications of their members. The bill also makes minor changes to disciplinary procedures, including the maximum civil penalty for violations, and updates references to accreditation standards for educational programs across different behavioral health disciplines such as social work, professional counseling, marriage and family therapy, and addiction counseling, ensuring consistency and clarity in the licensing process.