On January 7, Representative Kimberly Banta and Representative Ken Fleming introduced House Bill 49 in the Kentucky House of Representatives. This proposed legislation focuses on simplifying licensure procedures, ensuring that more families and individuals can benefit from the expertise of qualified MFTs.
In addition, Representative Kimberly Moser reintroduced House Bill 79, which incorporates Access MFTs language. This bill revives efforts from last year, renewing the push to enhance licensure portability and expand opportunities for mental health professionals to serve Kentucky’s communities.
While Phase 1 efforts in Kentucky faced legislative hurdles unrelated to the bill’s content, these new initiatives signal a renewed commitment to overcoming challenges and making progress. By supporting these bills, Kentucky is taking another step toward dismantling barriers to quality mental health care and ensuring broader access for individuals and families across the state.
How You Can Get Involved
To support this initiative, you can:
1. Advocate: Complete the Contact Us Form on the AAMFT website to get involved
2. Engage: Join AAMFT’s FamilyTEAM, a grassroots network focused on advancing the MFT profession.
3. Share: Spread the word about these bills with others in your community to help build awareness and momentum.
This is a transformative time for mental health care in Kentucky. Stay engaged and watch for updates as these bills progress through the legislative process!