Behavioral health professions; impose certain requirements for persons who establish residence in MS seeking licensure in.

HB 1135 requires out-of-state applicants seeking behavioral health licensure in Mississippi (e.g., therapists, counselors, social workers) to pass criminal background checks, provide two forms of residency proof (like a driver's license or utility bill), and verify education/work history before receiving a license. It limits temporary licenses to 365 days, prohibits out-of-state recruiters from sponsoring more than five temporary licensees annually, and mandates re-attestation of residency before converting to full licensure. Misrepresenting residency, credentials, or criminal history can lead to license denial, revocation, or civil penalties. The bill aims to ensure licensed professionals meet Mississippi's standards while preventing out-of-state agencies from flooding the market with temporary licensees.