This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule concerning the licensing of marriage and family therapists. Specifically, it addresses the legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on July 28, 2025, and subsequently modified to address concerns raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on October 21, 2025.

The bill confirms the authority of the Board of Examiners in Counseling to implement the rule related to marriage and family therapist licensing, as outlined in the existing legal framework. This legislative action aims to ensure that the licensing process for marriage and family therapists is properly regulated and aligned with state standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1