SB4170

BEHAVIOR ANALYST LICENSING

Introduced·3/10/26
Introduced Text

SB4170 amends the Behavior Analyst Licensing Act to clarify exemptions and clarify the scope of practice for behavior analysts and assistant behavior.

SB4170 amends the Behavior Analyst Licensing Act to specify that certain professionals, such as occupational therapists, can perform activities related to applied behavior analysis under certain conditions. It also clarifies that individuals providing behavior analysis services in schools must be supervised by a licensed behavior analyst or psychologist. The bill adds the practice of applied behavior analysis to the list of services that can be offered by professional limited liability companies.

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History

Mar 10

Senate

Filed with Secretary by Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel

Mar 10

Senate

First Reading

Mar 10

Senate

Referred to Assignments