An act relating to Vermont’s adoption of the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact

H 325 would have Vermont adopt the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact, enabling school psychologists licensed in Vermont to practice in other participating states without repeating background checks, education verification, or other redundant licensing steps. This directly affects school psychologists seeking to work across state lines, particularly in states that have joined the compact, and addresses workforce shortages by streamlining mobility. The key mechanism creates "equivalent licenses" that recognize a psychologist's qualifications from their home state, while ensuring all practitioners meet each state's scope of practice and safety standards. By adopting this compact, Vermont aims to improve access to school psychological services - such as academic, mental, and behavioral health support - across member states.