An Act relative to applied behavior analysts

This bill creates a new Board of Registration of Behavior Analysts within the Massachusetts Division of Professional Licensure to oversee the licensing and regulation of applied behavior analysts. The board will consist of nine members, including licensed professionals with varying degrees and two public members, who will meet at least twice a year to manage licensure, set ethical rules, and discipline those who violate regulations. The legislation also establishes a process for issuing licenses, approving reciprocal licenses from other states, and maintaining a public list of qualified behavior analysts. Additionally, the bill amends existing laws to adjust the composition of the Board of Examiners in Mental Health and Human Services and updates references in the general statutes.