CO HB1017

Adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact to allow psychologists licensed in one compact state to practice telepsychology across state lines and provide temporary in-person services (up to 30 days per calendar year) in other compact states where they are not licensed.

Establishes the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission as a joint public agency composed of representatives from participating states to promulgate uniform rules, maintain a coordinated licensure database, and oversee compact administration.

Requires psychologists to meet specific education and licensure standards, obtain an active E.Passport (for telepsychology) or Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate (for temporary in-person practice), and submit to background checks and disciplinary reporting through the coordinated database system.

Grants state psychology regulatory boards authority to regulate telepsychology practice, take adverse actions against psychologists, investigate complaints, and share information through the coordinated database while protecting confidentiality of sensitive information.

Appropriates $151,332 for fiscal year 2018-19 to the Department of Regulatory Agencies and related departments to implement the compact, with funding for personnel, operating expenses, legal services, and information technology services.