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HI HB1899

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Scot Matayoshi

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes Hawaii's governor to enter into the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) with other participating states and territories.

  • Allows licensed psychologists to practice telepsychology across state lines into other compact states where they are not licensed, provided they hold an active E.Passport certificate.

  • Permits temporary in-person, face-to-face psychology practice in other compact states for up to 30 days per calendar year with an active Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate.

  • Establishes eligibility requirements including a graduate degree in psychology from an accredited institution, current unrestricted license, no disqualifying adverse actions or criminal history, and compliance with commission rules.

  • Creates the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission to administer the compact, with authority to promulgate rules, collect fees, and coordinate information sharing about psychologist licensure and disciplinary actions.

Legislative Description

Relating To The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact.

Adoption

Last Action

Referred to HLT, CPC, JHA, referral sheet 2

1/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Health1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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