2017 House Bill 4549

Revise psychologist licensure detail

Introduced in the House

April 27, 2017

Introduced by Rep. Martin Howrylak (R-41)

To “grandfather” the licensure status of licensed psychologists who got a master’s degree in the field no later than June 2010, meaning they would not have to take an exam required for limited licenses in the field.

Referred to the Committee on Health Policy

In the Senate

Sept. 13, 2017

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

In the House

Oct. 10, 2017

Amendment offered by Rep. Andy Schor (D-68)

To permit individuals who take a licensure exam multiple times before June 30, 2019 without this causing a temporary license to become void.

The amendment failed by voice vote

Oct. 11, 2017

Passed in the House 76 to 32 (details)

Received in the Senate

Oct. 12, 2017

Referred to the Committee on Health Policy