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Re-ref Com On Appropriations2026-06-02

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Plain Language Summary

This bill adopts an interstate compact that allows school psychologists licensed in one state to practice in other participating states without repeating all licensure requirements. The bill also appropriates $1 million to East Carolina University for a virtual school psychology training program.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue this compact addresses critical shortages of school psychologists by making it easier for licensed professionals to work across state lines, reducing bureaucratic barriers and duplicate licensing costs.
• •Military families and their spouses benefit from smoother relocation between states.
• •The virtual training program at ECU would help expand the pipeline of qualified school psychologists to serve North Carolina schools.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents may worry that streamlined licensing could reduce state oversight of who practices as a school psychologist, potentially lowering standards if states have different educational or experience requirements.
• •Some states might be concerned about losing licensing fee revenue or control over their professional workforce.
• •Questions exist about whether the $1 million ECU investment represents the best use of education funding or if it duplicates existing training programs.