HF 3292 Summary

• Creates licensure for music therapists in Minnesota effective July 1, 2023, requiring board certification from the Certification Board for Music Therapists and compliance with criminal background check requirements.

• Establishes a Music Therapy Advisory Council with five members (one licensed health care professional, one consumer, and three licensed music therapists) to advise the commissioner on licensure standards and investigate competency violations.

• Prohibits unlicensed practice of music therapy and restricts use of titles "licensed music therapist" and "board-certified music therapist" to those meeting state licensure requirements, with exemptions for other licensed health professionals and students in accredited programs.

• Sets forth practice standards including requirements to develop individualized treatment plans, conduct assessments, collaborate with health care providers and treatment teams, and maintain infection control protocols.

• Authorizes civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation and disciplinary actions including license denial, suspension, revocation, or conditions for violations such as fraud, incompetent practice, criminal convictions, or unlicensed practice.