The bill, S. 349, is a joint resolution that seeks to approve the regulations set forth by the South Carolina 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 Regulation Document Number 5334, which aims to amend existing regulations to align with statutory requirements and to update Chapter 36 to reflect current standards and practices for Psycho-Educational Specialists.

The resolution will take effect upon approval by the Governor, and it includes a commitment to review and update specific regulations within Chapter 36, particularly R.36-13, R.36-17, and R.36-25. This initiative follows a Notice of Drafting published in the State Register on April 26, 2024, indicating the Board's proactive approach to ensure that its regulations remain relevant and effective in addressing the needs of licensed professionals in the field.