Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session
An Act To Create New Section 73-50-2.1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Impose Certain Requirements On An Applicant Who Establishes Residence In This State And, Based On Work Experience In Another State, Is Seeking Licensure In Mississippi As A Behavioral Health Professional; To Require Such Applicants To Undergo Criminal Background Checks, Submit Two Forms Of Documentation To Verify Residency, And Meet Minimum Professional Standards Before Receiving A License; To Provide For Disciplinary Action Against An Applicant Who Misrepresents His Or Her Residency, Educational Credentials, Supervised Practice Records Or Criminal History; To Amend Section 73-50-2, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
Died In Committee (2026-02-03)