The bill enacts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact in Iowa, enabling licensed psychologists to provide telepsychology and temporary in-person services across state lines. This compact aims to improve access to psychological services while maintaining public health and safety through state regulation. It establishes a cooperative framework for licensure and regulation among states, detailing definitions of key terms and requirements for psychologists, such as holding a valid license from their home state and possessing an E.Passport or Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate (IPC). The compact emphasizes that the home state retains authority over the psychologist's license, while the receiving state can enforce its own regulations.
Furthermore, the bill creates a Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission to oversee the regulation of psychology licensure across member states. The commission is granted various powers, including the ability to issue subpoenas, manage a coordinated licensure information system, and establish uniform rules with the force of law. It outlines the governance structure of the commission, including the formation of an executive board and the rulemaking process, while ensuring transparency and public participation. The compact will take effect once enacted by seven states, and it allows for amendments and the withdrawal of states with a six-month notice, ensuring that existing licensure agreements between compact and noncompact states remain unaffected.