Ronda Foster

This document serves as an update regarding the activities of the Kansas Fights Addiction Grant Review Board. It details the approval of $669,000 in funding through the Responsive Grant Program and reports on a decision to pause the program for 30 days to allow for the refinement of eligibility criteria and the clarification of program intent. Additionally, the update notes the approval of an extra funding request through the Responsive Grant Program.

The committee meeting agenda includes an Executive Director's report and discussions on old business, specifically regulation supervision, alternative pathways to licensure, and title protection for licensed behavior analysts. New business topics include committee membership, the impact of recent Supreme Court rulings, potential changes to the frequency of quarterly meetings, and planning for upcoming topics for the remainder of the year.

The meeting included an executive report on agency operations and legislative updates, as well as a summary of the Regulators' meeting at the APBA annual conference regarding title protection for behavior analysts. The committee discussed proposed regulation changes for supervision requirements, including moving to a percentage-based model and mandating live, interactive supervision. Further, they explored alternative pathways to licensure to improve workforce numbers, including potential recognition of QABA certification. The committee also addressed upcoming membership vacancies, recent Supreme Court rulings relevant to the profession, and future research topics regarding continuing education requirements.

The committee reviewed the draft report of a survey of licensees, specifically focusing on reported challenges regarding supervision and the use of artificial intelligence in practice. Discussions were held concerning the regulation of artificial intelligence, including informed consent and confidentiality. Furthermore, the committee evaluated a proposal to allow flexibility in making up practicum hours for licensure. Additional business included an overview of the 2026 HB 2506 regarding a new licensure category for Apprentice Addiction Counselors and a plan for recruiting new advisory committee members.

The committee meeting covered a report from the Executive Director regarding agency operations and legislative updates. Discussions included Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) topics, such as the development of model disciplinary guidelines, upcoming EPPP exam fee increases, and the organization's midyear meeting. The committee received an update on the PSYPACT multi-state compact, discussed ongoing reviews regarding artificial intelligence regulations, and debated potential changes to post-doctoral year requirements. Additionally, the committee reviewed advisory committee membership and discussed the feasibility study for the Texas alternative licensing examination.