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32 M.R.S. § 18551 Short title
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This chapter may be known and cited as "the Interstate Counseling Compact," which is referred to in this chapter as "the compact."
32 M.R.S. § 18552 Purpose
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The purpose of this compact is to facilitate interstate practice of licensed professional counselors with the goal of improving public access to professional counseling services. The practice of professional counseling occurs in the state where the client is located at the time o…
32 M.R.S. § 18553 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings. [PL 2021, c. 547, §1 (NEW).] 1. Active duty military. "Active duty military" means full-time duty status in the active uniformed service of the United States, includi…
32 M.R.S. § 18554 State participation in the compact
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1. Participation requirements. To participate in the compact, a state must currently: A. License and regulate licensed professional counselors; [PL 2021, c. 547, §1 (NEW).] B. Require licensees to pass a nationally recognized exam approved by the commission; [PL 2021, c. 547, §1 …