School Psychologists, Interstate Compact for; enters the Commonwealth into Compact.

Virginia is joining the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), a multi-state agreement designed to streamline the licensing process for school psychologists. By entering this compact, Virginia will allow qualified professionals from other participating states to practice across state lines through both in-person and tele-psychology services. This legislation aims to address persistent staffing shortages in schools by reducing bureaucratic barriers, making it easier for districts to recruit specialized mental health support. For Arlington families, this means the school division may gain access to a larger pool of licensed experts to fill critical gaps in mental health services, potentially leading to faster evaluations and more consistent support for students requiring psychological assistance during the academic year.