SB847

Relating To Psychologists.

Final Passage·5/6/26

Hawaii SB847 allows qualified psychologists to prescribe psychotropic medications for mental health treatment under supervision.

Hawaii SB847 amends state law to allow licensed clinical psychologists with specialized training and education to prescribe psychotropic medications for mental health treatment. To qualify, psychologists must hold a current license, complete a master's degree in psychopharmacology, gain relevant clinical experience, and pass a national examination. They must also collaborate with supervising physicians and maintain malpractice insurance.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 4–0 · May 6
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

DDDD
4
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

3 Yea

DDD

0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 29

3:45 PM

Conference Committee Meeting

Apr 9

2:00 PM

House Consumer Protection & Commerce Decision

History

May 8

Senate

Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 888).

May 8

Senate

Enrolled to Governor.

May 6

Senate

Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 1). Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: Senator(s) Moriwaki. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none).