State • Nevada

AB 163: Enters into the Counseling Compact. (BDR 54-129)

Greg HafenIntroduced

AB 163 status: Introduced — Chapter 461 (updated Jun 11, 2025).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score85/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 60/100

Bill summary

Official

This bill makes it easier for licensed counselors to practice in other states without having to get a brand-new license for every state they work in. It is currently being reviewed by the state Assembly.

Key analysis

Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion85%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct effect identified

Risks

  • No direct effect identified

Economy

Positive Outlook
75%

Benefits

  • Reduces licensing costs for professionals
  • Increases professional mobility

Risks

  • Potential initial administrative costs to align state regulations

Society

Positive Outlook
85%

Benefits

  • Expands access to mental health services
  • Addresses provider shortages through interstate practice

Risks

  • Potential complexity in cross-state oversight and discipline
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Chapter 461.

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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