GA HB412

Creates the Georgia Behavior Analyst Licensing Board, a 5-member body appointed by the Governor (3 licensed behavior analysts, 1 licensed assistant behavior analyst, and 1 public member), with members serving staggered 3-year terms and meeting at least twice annually

Establishes two license categories: licensed behavior analyst (requiring a master's degree, passing a certifying entity exam, and active board certification) and licensed assistant behavior analyst (requiring a bachelor's degree, passing an exam, active certification, and ongoing supervision by a licensed behavior analyst)

Prohibits the unlicensed practice of applied behavior analysis in Georgia, with a $1,000 fine per violation, while exempting licensed psychologists, licensed physicians, behavior technicians working under supervision, local board of education employees, graduate students in supervised programs, Medicaid COMP/NOW waiver providers, and others

Provides for reciprocity with other states that impose comparable licensure requirements and offer reciprocity to Georgia licensees, as well as temporary licenses for out-of-state practitioners working in Georgia no more than 30 days per calendar year

Licenses are granted for 2-year periods, renewable upon proof of continued certification and payment of fees, with the board required to process complete applications within 90 days; effective date is July 1, 2023