IL HB2710

Creates the Behavior Analyst Licensing Act establishing licensure requirements for behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts under the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, effective immediately.

Establishes an Advisory Board of Behavior Analysts consisting of 5 members appointed by the Secretary, including licensed behavior analysts, an assistant behavior analyst, and a public member to serve in advisory capacity.

Requires applicants to hold a graduate degree (for behavior analysts) or bachelor's degree (for assistant behavior analysts) from accredited universities with core coursework in applied behavior analysis, pass a certification examination, complete supervised work experience (1,500 hours for behavior analysts, 1,000 hours for assistant behavior analysts), and be in good standing with a certifying entity.

Prohibits unlicensed practice of applied behavior analysis 24 months after the effective date, with exemptions for self-care, students, school personnel with specific endorsements, and other licensed professionals within their scope of practice; establishes grounds for discipline including conviction of sexual offenses, malpractice, and unprofessional conduct with fines up to $10,000 per violation.

Repeals the Act on January 1, 2030 under the Regulatory Sunset Act; all fees, fines, and penalties collected are deposited into the General Professions Dedicated Fund for Department administration.