TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS BEHAVIOR ANALYST REGISTRATION ACT; AND TO INCLUDE QUALIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS UNDER THE ARKANSAS BEHAVIOR ANALYST REGISTRATION ACT.

House Bill 1954 creates the Arkansas Behavior Analyst Registration Act, establishing a system for registering individuals who practice behavior analysis independently in the state. This bill requires individuals to register with the Arkansas Psychology Board, submitting an application, fee, background check, and evidence of certification from recognized behavior analyst credentialing boards. It defines "registered behavior analyst" and outlines penalties for those who unlawfully present themselves as such without registration. The Arkansas Psychology Board is responsible for administering these provisions, including handling renewals, temporary registrations, and reciprocity with other jurisdictions.