SB 531 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the licensing of a psychologist as a licensed specialist in school psychology; authorizing a fee.

SB 531 creates a new "licensed specialist in school psychology" license category in Texas. It allows psychologists already licensed under Texas law to apply for this specialty by paying a fee and meeting basic requirements (like passing an exam). The bill also requires continuing education focused on school-based services, including special education laws and student assessments. This directly affects psychologists seeking to specialize in school settings rather than general practice.
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Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 5, 2024 Last action Feb 3, 2025
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Feb 3, 2025
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Kevin Sparks
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