HB1954

House Bill 1954 establishes the 'Arkansas Behavior Analyst Registration Act' to formalize the registration of behavior analysts within the state. The bill mandates that individuals practicing as behavior analysts must be registered with the Arkansas Psychology Board, requiring applicants to hold certifications from either the Behavior Analyst Certification Board or the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board. It sets forth provisions for registration fees, biennial renewals, and temporary registration for out-of-state practitioners. The bill also establishes penalties for the unauthorized use of the 'registered behavior analyst' title and for violations of the registration subchapter. Furthermore, it mandates that the Arkansas Psychology Board include at least one member with specific experience in behavior analysis services. The legislation is intended to operate in conjunction with existing, related laws, without repealing them.