Bill No.: HB0098                  Drafter:  JWL

LSO No.:  08LSO-0159              Effective Date:  7/1/2008

Enrolled Act No.:  HEA0031

Chapter No.:

Prime Sponsor:     Representative Esquibel, K.

Catch Title:       Speech pathologists licensing.

Subject:           Amendments to the Licensing Act for Speech Pathologists and Audiologists.

Summary/Major Elements:

· This act:

·   Amends the scope of the Speech Pathologists and Audiologists Licensing Act to cover those persons practicing speech pathology and audiology in Wyoming from outside of Wyoming by electronic means;

· Authorizes speech pathologists and audiologists licensed in other states to provide consultation services in Wyoming;

·   Requires a doctor of audiology or master's degree for new license applicants effective July 1, 2012;

·   Authorizes a 12-month provisional license, renewable once for 12 months, to an applicant performing a clinical fellowship year in Wyoming under the supervision of a licensed speech pathologist or audiologist;

·   Increases maximum fines for violation of the Act from $100 to $750;

· Authorizes the Board of Speech Pathologists and Audiologists to set the fee for late license renewals, and requires renewal applicants to include proof of compliance with continuing education requirements;

·   Repeals authorization of temporary unlicensed practice.