DE HB172

Adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), an interstate compact allowing licensed psychologists to practice telepsychology and temporary in-person services across state lines without obtaining licensure in each state.

Establishes the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission with voting representatives from each member state to set rules, maintain a coordinated licensure database, and oversee compliance with the compact.

Requires psychologists to hold an active E.Passport to practice telepsychology across states or an active Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate (IPC) for up to 30 days of in-person practice per calendar year in other member states.

Grants psychologists meeting education and licensing requirements in their home state the authority to practice in receiving states, while allowing receiving states to take adverse action and limit practice if necessary to protect public safety.

Mandates state participation in a coordinated licensure information system to report and share licensure data, adverse actions, and significant investigatory information on all psychologists among compact states.