PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT
What changed between versions
Added detailed definitions for key terms including 'E.Passport', 'interjurisdictional practice certificate', 'distant state', 'home state', and 'receiving state' to clarify how psychologists can practice across state lines.
New requirements mandate that compact states require identity history summaries (including fingerprint checks) for all applicants at initial licensure, no later than ten years after compact activation.
Added specific educational requirements for psychologists, including that psychology programs must be clearly identified, have identifiable faculty, and include supervised practicum/internship training.
Created new enforcement mechanisms including adverse action reporting requirements, coordinated licensure information systems, and provisions for commission oversight and dispute resolution.
Established that the compact comes into effect when enacted into law in the seventh compact state, with limited powers initially granted to the commission.
Clarified that the compact does not apply when a psychologist is licensed in both home and receiving states, and explicitly excludes permanent in-person practice while allowing temporary practice.
Added detailed provisions for commission structure, including executive board composition, meeting procedures, rulemaking processes, and financial management.
