HB1963

Modifies provisions relating to social workers

Chamber Passed·3/30/26

HB 1963 modifies social work licensing requirements in Missouri, including definitions and qualifications for various social work licenses.

HB 1963 modifies provisions relating to social workers in Missouri, including the definitions and qualifications for various social work licenses. The bill specifies the qualifications for licensed clinical social workers, licensed master social workers, and licensed advanced macro social workers. It also outlines the practice limitations for these professionals, such as prohibiting them from treating mental or emotional disorders or providing psychotherapy without supervision. The bill includes provisions for supervisory training and adherence to quality standards.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 151–0 · Mar 30
Current
Emerging Issues and Professional Registration Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House: HBs 3rd READING - CONSENT HB 1963

151 Yea

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0 Nay

7 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 21

10:00 AM

Emerging Issues and Professional Registration Hearing

Feb 24

4:30 PM

Consent and Procedure Executive Session

History

Apr 21

Senate

Public Hearing Held (S)

Apr 16

Senate

Public Hearing Scheduled (S) - Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 10:00 a.m., Senate Committee Room 1 - 1st Floor

Apr 8

Senate

Second read and referred: Emerging Issues and Professional Registration(S)