This 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 bill also outlines the supervision requirements for speech-language pathologists, including the necessity for documented consultative supervision, the qualifications required for supervising pathologists, and the responsibilities they hold regarding the performance and documentation of the assistants' activities.

Additionally, the bill proposes changes to the licensure fees for both speech-language pathologists and assistants, removing the previous fee amounts and replacing them with placeholders for new fees to be determined. It also includes an appropriation of funds from the state government special revenue fund for the implementation of the relevant statutes. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the regulatory framework governing speech-language pathology services in Minnesota while ensuring appropriate oversight and support for assistants in the field.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 148.512, 148.5192, 148.5194