MT HB241

Montana joins the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), allowing licensed psychologists to practice telepsychology across state lines and provide temporary in-person services in other compact states for up to 30 days per calendar year

Psychologists must hold an active E.Passport (for telepsychology) or Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate (for temporary in-person practice) issued by the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards to practice across state lines

Establishes the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission as a joint public agency to administer the compact, promulgate rules, and maintain a coordinated licensure information system tracking disciplinary actions

Requires fingerprint-based state and federal criminal background checks for all psychologist license applicants, with applicants responsible for associated fees

Compact states may take adverse action against psychologists for violations, and license restrictions in any compact state result in revocation of cross-state practice privileges