HB266 Summary: Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT)

• Establishes the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) to allow licensed psychologists to practice across state lines in two ways: (1) day-to-day telepsychology via telecommunication technologies, and (2) temporary in-person, face-to-face practice for no more than 30 days per calendar year.

• Creates the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission with one voting representative from each compact state to oversee implementation, establish rules, manage licensing information systems, and coordinate investigations and disciplinary actions.

• Sets eligibility requirements for psychologists including a graduate degree in psychology from an accredited institution, current unrestricted license in home state, active E.Passport (for telepsychology) or IPC certificate (for temporary practice), and no adverse action or criminal history violations.

• Provides regulatory authorities in compact states (including Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology) with authority to legally recognize out-of-state psychologists under compact terms while maintaining power to limit or revoke practice privileges and investigate misconduct.

• Takes effect on the date the compact is enacted into law in the seventh state; compact states may withdraw with six months' notice, and amendments require enactment in all compact states.