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Senate committee moves amended PSYPACT compact after questions on oversight and complaints

Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee · February 16, 2026
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Summary

An amended House Judiciary substitute for HB33 (PSYPACT), the psychology interstate compact, was amended and received a due-pass recommendation after debate about complaint handling, standards, and compact-manager approval for amendments; sponsors said reporting and data provisions are part of compact membership.

The Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee amended and recommended House Bill 33, the psychology interstate compact known as PSYPACT, after sponsors and witnesses described the compact as a telehealth-focused licensure vehicle to expand access to psychologists across state lines.

Representatives and witnesses said the compact would increase telehealth options and workforce capacity in…

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