The bill, S. 351, is a joint resolution that seeks to approve regulations set forth by the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation's Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Addiction Counselors, and Psycho-Educational Specialists. Specifically, it pertains to the licensing provisions for Professional Counselor Associates and Marriage and Family Therapy Associates, designated as Regulation Document Number 5354. The resolution is introduced in the South Carolina Senate and will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

The proposed amendments include changes to the educational requirements for Licensed Professional Counselor associates and Marriage and Family Therapist associates, as well as updates to the continuing education requirements for licensees to align with Act 158 from the 2024 legislative session. A Notice of Drafting regarding these changes was published in the State Register on June 28, 2024.