HB 22-1299 Summary

• Transfers $3,698,586 from the Colorado General Fund to the Division of Professions and Occupations Cash Fund on July 1, 2022

• Funds are used beginning in fiscal year 2022-23 to cover the costs of regulatory boards for psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, psychotherapists, and addiction counselors under Article 245 of Title 12

• Money is allocated to facilitate licensure and certification fee relief for mental health professionals in recognition of their pandemic-related hardships and high attrition rates

• The transfer is not subject to annual appropriation by the General Assembly and funds are used until fully expended

• This subsection repeals effective July 1, 2025