On April 9th, HB 1187 was heard by the Arkansas Senate Public Health, Welfare, and Labor Committee. Just as they did in the House, AAMFT staff and MFTs Dr. Kelly Roberts and Dr. Becky Whetstone provided expert testimony highlighting the bill’s value to the profession and public health infrastructure.
The continued presence of dedicated advocates like Drs. Roberts and Whetstone made a meaningful impact.
Following the hearing, HB 1187 successfully passed out of committee. The bill now advances to the full Senate for a floor vote, bringing us closer to seeing licensure portability enacted in Arkansas.
We are proud of the collaborative efforts of all participants in the process and grateful for the continued support of state legislators.
Please continue to check back in for additional updates as HB 1187 nears a final Senate vote.