The bill, HB214 Engrossed, seeks to establish the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact in Alabama by adding Article 6 to Chapter 26 of Title 34 of the Code of Alabama 1975. This compact is designed to enhance the practice of school psychology across member states by allowing qualified school psychologists to practice without facing duplicative licensing requirements, thereby improving access to psychological services. Key provisions include the requirement for licensees to hold an active home state license, complete a qualifying national exam, and fulfill a minimum of 1200 hours of supervised internship, with at least 600 hours in a school setting. The bill also establishes the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact Commission, which will oversee the compact's administration, facilitate communication among states, and ensure compliance with each state's scope of practice laws.

Additionally, the bill introduces several amendments to the existing compact law, particularly regarding enforcement and compliance mechanisms. Notable insertions include provisions allowing member states to initiate legal action against the commission in federal court for compliance enforcement, with the prevailing party entitled to recover litigation costs. The bill also clarifies that only member states can enforce the compact against the commission and outlines the processes for withdrawal and amendment of the compact. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining state sovereignty and legal protections while promoting cooperation among member states. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.