GAMFT Legislative Milestones
Our profession’s strength and recognition are a direct result of our collective advocacy efforts. Here’s to looking back at our biggest historical achievements.
2023: Successfully advocated for the passage of SB 373, which provides for the issuance of expedited licenses by endorsement for marriage and family therapists, enhancing licensure portability and expanding professional opportunities for LMFTs in Georgia.
2022, GAMFT took another significant step by clarifying and updating LMFT licensing standards in alignment with national standards with HB 76. This move reaffirmed our commitment to maintaining the highest levels of professional excellence.
2021, our lobbying efforts led to the inclusion of LMFT services in Medicaid billing under EPSDT’s Psychology Services, expanding our reach and making our services more accessible to those children under the age of 16.
2019, Georgia granted LMFTs the authority to sign a 1013/2013, a vital step in mental health crisis management, through HB 590. This achievement was the result of our collective action, demonstrating our dedication to improving mental health services in the state.
2014, Georgia expanded the scope of our practice with the passage of SB 128. GAMFT’s advocacy efforts successfully added “diagnose” to our practice scope, recognizing our expertise and enhancing our ability to serve our clients.
1995, Georgia updated LMFT training requirements through the passage of SB 188, reflecting our commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards.
1983, GAMFT achieved a significant milestone by advocating for the passage of SB 93. This legislation established Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs) as subject to state-specific codes and regulations, solidifying our commitment to upholding the highest professional standards. SB 93 officially came into effect on July 1st, 1984. GAMFT remains steadfast in safeguarding and assessing the ongoing relevance of these regulations.