This bill establishes a new section, 491.019, in the Florida Statutes, which outlines the process for licensure by endorsement for marriage and family therapists. The Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling is required to issue a license to applicants who meet specific criteria. These criteria include submitting a complete application and the required fee, holding an active and unencumbered marriage and family therapy license in good standing from another jurisdiction, providing proof of all mental health licenses held, and attesting that they are not currently subject to any disciplinary proceedings related to their practice.

Additionally, applicants must not have had any disciplinary actions taken against them in the five years prior to their application submission. The bill aims to streamline the licensure process for qualified marriage and family therapists moving to Florida, thereby enhancing the availability of mental health services in the state. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.