CT HB07302

Department of Public Health shall study the implications of Connecticut ratifying the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, in consultation with the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and the Connecticut State Medical Society.

Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact would permit psychologists licensed in participating states to practice telehealth in Connecticut without Connecticut licensure under chapter 383 of the general statutes.

Connecticut-licensed psychologists would be permitted to practice telehealth in other participating compact states without obtaining licensure in those states.

Commissioner of Public Health shall report findings to the joint standing committee on public health on or before January 1, 2020.

Study and reporting requirements become effective July 1, 2019.