SB 332
Board of Examiners in Counseling rule relating to licensing
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 332 authorizes the Board of Examiners in Counseling to create and maintain a rule set (27 CSR 01) governing the licensing process for counselors in West Virginia. This rule set, which was previously modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee, continues to be authorized under existing state law. The bill ensures the Board retains the authority to establish and update the regulations related to counselor licensing. This action supports the ongoing regulation of the counseling profession within the state.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Board of Examiners in Counseling to promulgate a legislative rule.
- Specifically references rule set 27 CSR 01, which governs counseling licensing.
- Confirms the Board’s authority to modify existing rules with the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- Relates to the existing framework established in §30-31-6 of the Code of West Virginia.
Who is affected
- Counselors in West Virginia
- The Board of Examiners in Counseling
- Individuals seeking licensure as counselors
Notable changes
- This bill simply confirms and maintains the existing authority of the Board of Examiners in Counseling to create and update licensing rules.
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