Hawaii SB474 amends licensing requirements for psychologists employed in civil service positions.

Hawaii SB474 modifies the licensing requirements for psychologists employed in civil service positions in Hawaii. Specifically, it mandates that psychologists hired after January 1, 1988, must meet the licensing requirements outlined in section 465-7 and obtain licensure within two years of employment. For psychologists employed by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the licensure must be obtained within ten years. The bill also repeals certain sections of the Hawaii Revised Statutes and ensures that the amendments made to section 465-7.6 will not be repealed on July 1, 2026.

Hawaii SB474 amends licensing requirements for psychologists employed in civil service positions.

Hawaii SB474 modifies the licensing requirements for psychologists employed in civil service positions in Hawaii. Specifically, it mandates that psychologists hired after January 1, 1988, must meet the licensing requirements outlined in section 465-7 and obtain licensure within two years of employment. For psychologists employed by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the licensure must be obtained within ten years. The bill also repeals certain sections of the Hawaii Revised Statutes and ensures that the amendments made to section 465-7.6 will not be repealed on July 1, 2026.