H4936

To improve child and adolescent mental health services

Introduced·1/22/26
Introduced Text

Expands the definition of licensed mental health professionals to include licensed educational psychologists.

This bill amends the definition of "licensed mental health professional" in several sections of Massachusetts General Laws to include licensed educational psychologists within the lawful scope of practice for such educational psychologist. This change aims to improve child and adolescent mental health services by expanding the pool of qualified professionals who can provide care.

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Current
Ways and Means Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jul 30

House

Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Jul 9

House

Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026

Jan 22

House

Reported from the committee on Financial Services