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GA HR1108

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Karen Mathiak

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates January 31, 2024, as Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) Appreciation Day at the Georgia state capitol
  • Recognizes more than 8,740 LPCs and more than 1,600 licensed associate professional counselors practicing in Georgia who provide vital mental health services
  • Acknowledges LPCs' rigorous training in areas including psychopathology, testing and assessment, ethics, research, diversity, and human development
  • Highlights LPCs' authority to practice independently, bill insurance companies directly, diagnose clients, and conduct mental health evaluations
  • Notes the role of LPCs in supporting the 988 crisis line by expanding the network of practitioners available for referrals

Legislative Description

Licensed Professional Counselors Appreciation Day at the state capitol; 01/31/24; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/12/2024

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