HB479

Universal Recognition of Occupational License Act; revise regarding practices of marriage and family therapy and psychology.

Complete·3/19/26

Mississippi HB479 exempts marriage and family therapy and psychology from the Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act.

Mississippi HB479 amends the Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act to exempt the practices of marriage and family therapy and psychology. The bill modifies the Mississippi Code to ensure that these professions are not subject to the act's provisions. It also updates related sections to reflect this exemption, ensuring that the practices of marriage and family therapy and psychology are regulated under separate statutes. The changes take effect from July 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

120 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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History

Mar 19

Approved by Governor

Mar 13

House

Enrolled Bill Signed

Mar 13

Senate

Enrolled Bill Signed