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Easier Access to Mental Health Care: License Portability for Counselors.

This law establishes a grant program to encourage mental health professionals to practice in states participating in interstate agreements. The goal is to simplify the process for counselors and therapists to work across state lines without needing multiple licenses, thereby increasing the availability of mental health services for citizens. This program aims to expand the workforce and improve access to care, especially in underserved areas.
Key points
Improved access to mental health services: Professionals can more easily practice in multiple states through mutual license recognition, increasing the number of available therapists.
Funding for interstate agreements: The grant program supports states in developing and maintaining systems for mutual recognition of professional licenses for counselors, psychiatrists, and psychologists.
Investment in mental health care: $4 million is authorized annually from 2024 through 2027 to expand the mental health professional workforce.
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Print number: 118_S_1075
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2023-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CARE for Mental Health Professionals Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1075.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved access to mental health services: Professionals can more easily practice in multiple states through mutual license recognition, increasing the number of available therapists.
  • Funding for interstate agreements: The grant program supports states in developing and maintaining systems for mutual recognition of professional licenses for counselors, psychiatrists, and psychologists.
  • Investment in mental health care: $4 million is authorized annually from 2024 through 2027 to expand the mental health professional workforce.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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