HB 326
Modifies provisions relating to certain mental health professionals
Sponsor:
LR Number:
1254S.03T
Last Action:
7/9/2009 - Signed by Governor
Journal Page:
Title:
SCS HB 326
Calendar Position:
Effective Date:
August 28, 2009
House Handler:

Current Bill Summary

SCS/HCS/HB 326 - This act modifies the definition of "clinical social work" to include community organization, planning, and evaluation. It also prohibits the usage of specific abbreviations, including abbreviations like "SW", "BSW", and "MSW", by public and private organizations unless the volunteers or employees meet the criteria of Chapter 337, RSMo.

This act also specifies that mental health benefits offered by insurance companies, health services corporations, and health maintenance organizations shall include, subject to contractual provisions, a licensed marital and family therapist.

A portion of this act is similar to a portion of CCS/HCS/SB 296 (2009).

EMILY KALMER

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