SB307 Summary

• Establishes a provisional licensure pathway for individuals pursuing speech pathology licensure who hold a master's degree in speech pathology from a board-recognized institution.

• Provisional licensees must practice under the direct supervision of a licensed speech pathologist who possesses an American Speech-Language-Hearing Association certificate of clinical competence and is in good standing with the board.

• Provisional licenses are valid for one year from issuance and may be renewed for an additional one year if necessary to complete licensure requirements.

• Provisional licensees may only practice under the supervision of the licensed speech pathologist named on their license, allowing them to bill Medicare and insurance providers for services.

• Effective date is July 1, 2050.