An act relating to prescribing by doctoral-level psychologists

This bill would allow doctoral-level psychologists in Vermont to prescribe certain prescription medications for mental health conditions. To qualify, psychologists would need specialized training in biomedical sciences and pharmacology, pass a national certification exam, and maintain a collaborative agreement with a licensed physician. The law establishes a new license category for prescribing psychologists and sets specific rules about which medications can be prescribed, including restrictions on controlled substances and patients under 17 or over 65. The Board of Psychological Examiners would oversee implementation and enforce compliance through continuing education requirements and disciplinary measures.