The bill proposes to amend Arkansas Code 17-27-308 to establish a licensure by endorsement for marriage and family therapists. It allows the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling to waive formal examination requirements for candidates who are already licensed or certified in another state, provided that the standards in the candidate's state are deemed equivalent to those in Arkansas.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific criteria for applicants seeking licensure by endorsement as marriage and family therapists or licensed associate marriage and family therapists. Applicants must submit proof that their out-of-state license is in good standing, must not have any disqualifying criminal offenses, and must not have any pending complaints or investigations in any jurisdiction.