The bill aims to clarify the requirements for speech-language pathology assistants and amend licensure fees associated with their practice in Minnesota. It defines a "speech-language pathology assistant" as a person who meets specific qualifications and provides services under the supervision of a licensed speech-language pathologist, with new language added to reference sections 122A.183 and 122A.184. The supervision requirements for these assistants are detailed, including the necessity for the supervising pathologist to document consultative supervision and to be available for communication during client interactions. Additionally, the bill specifies that a supervising pathologist can oversee a limited number of assistants and must review and cosign treatment notes.

Furthermore, the bill proposes changes to the licensure fees for both speech-language pathologists and assistants, with specific amounts being deleted and replaced with placeholders for new fees. It also includes an appropriation of funds for the implementation of the updated statutes, ensuring that the necessary resources are allocated for the enforcement of these changes. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the regulatory framework governing speech-language pathology services in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 148.512, 148.5192, 148.5194