Behavior Analyst Board public meetings in 2020

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will hold a virtual meeting on November 18, 2020, due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The board will first meet in executive session to review credentials and complaints, then open the public meeting to vote on recommendations for licensure, certification, and registration applications. Committees will report on financial approvals, policy updates, and continuing education changes.

• Vote on recommendations for applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration from the Credentials Review Committee
• Review and approve monthly operational expenses and reconciliations for October from the Finance Committee
• Review amended budget for FY 20/21 and projected budget for FY 21/22
• Review draft of Emergency Rules from the Policies and Procedures Committee
• Discuss changes to CEU reporting types for the 2022 reporting period from the Continuing Education Committee

The Board approved an amended budget for FY 2020/2021 and the projected budget for FY 2021/2022. Several licensure and certification applications were approved, and two requests to reinstate registration for line technicians were granted. The Board also reviewed financial reports and complaint statuses.

• Approved amended budget for FY 2020/2021 (None opposed)
• Approved projected budget for FY 2021/2022 (None opposed)
• Approved licensure for applicants 11.20/A, 11.20/B, 11.20/C, 11.20/D, and 11.20/E
• Approved certification for applicants 11.20/F and 11.20/G
• Approved two requests to reinstate registration for line technicians (None opposed)
• Approved October LSBEP invoice (None opposed)
• Approved October full financials (None opposed)
• Confirmed administrative revocation of a registered line technician

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet via Zoom on October 20, 2020, due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The meeting includes an executive session for credentials review and complaints, followed by an open session to vote on recommendations for applicant files, approve September minutes, review financials, and discuss emergency rules and policies.

• Vote on recommendations for licensure, certification, and registration applicant files
• Review and approve September operational expenses and financial reconciliations
• Review AUP Audit for FY 19/20 and a bid for licensure software program
• Discuss outline of Emergency Rules and draft policies for disaster recovery and sexual harassment
• Review and approve form for submitting Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

The Board approved a five-year contract for licensure software and adopted new policies regarding sexual harassment and disaster recovery. Several licensure and certification applications were approved, and two consent agreements regarding complaints were accepted.

• Approved 5-year Certemy licensure software contract at $10,472.00 per year
• Approved new Policy and Procedure for Sexual Harassment
• Approved new Policy and Procedure for Disaster Recovery
• Accepted Consent Agreement and Order for Complaint No. 2019-003B (6-0)
• Accepted Consent Agreement and Order for Complaint No. 2018-001C (6-0)
• Approved licensure for applicants 10.20/A, 10.20/B, 10.20/C, 10.20/D, 10.20/E, and 10.20/F
• Approved certification for applicant 10.20/J
• Approved changes to the continuing education reporting form

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet via Zoom on September 22, 2020, due to COVID-19 and Hurricane Laura hardships. The board will first hold an executive session to discuss credentials and complaints, then open the meeting to the public. Key actions include voting on recommendations for applicant licensure files, approving monthly financials, and reviewing an emergency rule for 2020 license renewals. The public can participate via Zoom code posted on the board's website.

• Vote on recommendations for applicant licensure, certification, and registration files (Credentials Review Committee)
• Approval of August 11, 2020 meeting minutes
• Review and approval of monthly operational expenses and financials for August
• Review of emergency rule regarding 2020 License/Certificate Renewals (Legislative Oversight Committee)
• Decision on when to begin using updated Jurisprudence Exam (Jurisprudence Examination Committee)

The provided document is an agenda rather than minutes of a meeting. It lists proposed items for discussion and review, but does not record any final decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will hold its August 11, 2020 meeting via Zoom due to quorum issues. The board will enter executive session to review credentials and complaints, then reconvene in open session to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and discuss renewals, elections, and committee appointments. The Finance Committee will review and approve monthly operational expenses and reconciliations for May through July.

• Executive session for Credentials Review Committee to vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, or registration
• Finance Committee review and approval of monthly operational expenses for July and reconciliations for May, June, and July
• Legislative Oversight Committee review of new COVID-19 proclamations and guidelines
• Long Range Planning discussion to schedule sexual harassment training
• Discussion of renewals, elections, and committee appointments for FY 20/21

The Board approved a 50% reduction in 2021 renewal fees for licensees (LBAs) and certificate holders (SCaBAs) due to COVID-19 economic struggles. The Board also approved several licensure and certification applications and confirmed it has no jurisdiction over the licensing of facilities.

• Reduced 2021 renewal fees by 50% for LBAs ($200) and SCaBAs ($125)
• Approved licensure for applicants 8.20/A, B, C, D, F, G, H, I, J, and K
• Approved licensure for 7.20/B and 8.20/E pending final documents
• Approved certification for applicants 8.20/M, O, and P
• Approved May, June, and July financial reconciliations and full financials
• Approved payment of July LSBEP invoice
• Confirmed the board only licenses individuals, not facilities
• Approved registration for line technicians 7.19/6, 5.20/3, 7.20/2, 8.20/1, 8.20/3, 8.20/4, 8.20/5, 8.20/7, 8.20/8, 8.20/9, and 8.20/10

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet via Zoom on July 21, 2020, starting with an executive session to review credentials and complaints. In open session, the board will approve minutes, receive committee reports, vote on licensure recommendations, review monthly financials and contracts for the new fiscal year, and elect a chair and vice chair for FY 20/21.

• Executive session to review applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration
• Complaints Committee update and review of documents requiring board approval
• Finance Committee review and approval of June operational expenses, May/June reconciliations, and contracts for new fiscal year
• Legislative update on session bills and COVID-19 proclamations/guidelines
• Vote on chair and vice chair for FY 20/21 and committee appointments

The Board appointed Courtney Wright as chair and Calvin Cryer as vice chair. Members approved updated policies for Criminal Record History Information and processed several licensure applications and revocations. The Board also clarified that original signatures are required for telehealth supervision documentation.

• Approved updated policies and procedures for Criminal Record History Information
• Appointed Courtney Wright as board chair and Calvin Cryer as board vice chair
• Approved licensure for applicants 7.20/C and 7.20/D
• Approved licensure for 7.20/A, 7.20/E, 7.20/F, and 7.20/G pending final documents
• Upheld administrative revocation of two line technicians until July 26, 2020 with stipulations
• Closed one complaint after determining the board lacked authority
• Approved a board-initiated investigation into a Licensed Behavior Analyst
• Approved renewal of CLEAR membership

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will hold a Zoom meeting on June 16, 2020, starting with an executive session to review credentials and complaints, followed by an open meeting. The board will vote on recommendations for licensure, certification, and registration, and review requests to renew lapsed certifications. Committee reports will cover finance, legislative updates, and other operational matters.

• Vote on recommendations for applicant files for licensure, certification, and/or registration
• Review of requests to renew lapsed certification
• Approval of May operational expenses and April reconciliations
• Review of contracts for the new fiscal year and amended budget for FY 19/20
• Update on legislative session bills and resolutions, and review of Governor's latest COVID-19 proclamation

The Board approved licensure applicants 6.20/A and 6.20/B and voted to uphold a line technician revocation. The Board also approved the renewal of a CPA contract and a website security quote.

• Approved June 16, 2020 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved licensure applicants 6.20/A and 6.20/B
• Upheld administrative revocation of a line technician
• Approved April reconciliation reports (unanimous)
• Renewed CPA contract for $2,500.00 for one year (unanimous)
• Authorized contracting another law firm to serve as hearing officer (unanimous)
• Accepted General Informatics quote for website SSL update (unanimous)

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet via Zoom on June 1, 2020, due to quorum requirements. The main item is a review and vote on a Consent Order and Agreement regarding Complaint No. 2020-001B, which involves a continuance on a Summary Suspension hearing.

• Meeting held via Zoom due to quorum issues under Proclamation JBE2020-30
• Vote on Consent Order and Agreement for Complaint No. 2020-001B
• Continuance on Summary Suspension hearing

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board met via Zoom to review a Consent Order and Agreement regarding Complaint 2020-001B. The board approved the agreement, which maintains a summary suspension until a hearing on July 6, 2020.

• Approved Consent Order and Agreement for Complaint 2020-001B (4-0)

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet via Zoom on May 26, 2020, starting with an executive session for credentials and complaints review. The open session includes approval of minutes, committee reports, and votes on contracts for the new fiscal year and an amended budget for FY 19/20. The board will also discuss approved courses and fees.

• Vote on contracts for the new fiscal year
• Review/approve amended budget for FY 19/20
• Vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, or registration (executive session)
• Review/approve monthly operational expenses for April
• Update on legislative session bills related to boards

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board approved accepting business checks for fees through the end of 2020. The board also voted to renew a legal contract with Jim Raines for three years at $75,000 per year.

• Approved May meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April meeting minutes (uness opposed)
• Approved FY 19/20 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of March and April financials until budget amendments are added
• Renewed legal contract with Jim Raines for 3 years at $75,000 per year (unanimous)
• Approved accepting business checks for fees through the end of 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved May LSBEP invoice payment if no discrepancies are noted (unanimous)
• Approved April reconciliations (unanimous)

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board is holding an emergency meeting via Zoom to discuss the latest COVID-19 information from the Louisiana Department of Health and the Governor, and to decide whether to issue an official statement. The meeting is open to the public.

• Meeting held via Zoom due to quorum issues under Proclamation JBE2020-30
• Discussion of most current COVID-19 updates from LDH and Governor
• Board to consider issuing an official statement on COVID-19

Behavior Analyst Board

The board will meet virtually due to quorum requirements. The agenda includes committee reports regarding licensure, complaints, and financial reviews.

• Vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration in Executive Session
• Review/approval of March monthly operational expenses
• Review/approval of February and March reconciliations
• Update on supervision Final Rule
• Update on SB 515

The Board reviewed credential files and approved multiple applicants for licensure, temporary licenses, and certification. The Board also accepted two consent agreements regarding complaints and authorized minor budget changes for the FY19/20 period.

• Approved April 2020 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Licensure Applicant 4.20/A upon receipt of exam and CBC results
• Approved Licensure Applicant 4.20/B for licensure
• Approved Licensure Applicant 4.20/C for a 60-day temporary license
• Approved Licensure Applicant 4.20/D for licensure pending reference letters and exam
• Approved Assistant Behavior Analyst Applicants 4.20/E and 4.20/F for certification upon passing exam

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board is meeting via Zoom on March 26, 2020, because it cannot meet quorum under normal conditions due to the COVID-19 emergency. The board will review a draft reply to a letter from the Louisiana Department of Health concerning HHS COVID-19 guidance.

• Review of reply to State of Louisiana Department of Health letter regarding HHS COVID-19 guidance

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet via Zoom on March 24, 2020, due to quorum issues. The board will enter executive session to review credentials and complaints, then in open session vote on licensure recommendations, approve February operational expenses and reconciliations, and receive committee reports. A final rule is scheduled for publication April 20.

• Executive session for Credentials Review Committee to vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, or registration
• Approval of monthly operational expenses and reconciliations for February
• Final rule to be published April 20, 2020
• Meeting held via Zoom with public access code posted on board website
• Complaints Committee update from Executive Director

The Board reviewed credential files and approved various licensure and certification applications, some contingent upon receiving final documentation. The Board also addressed operational changes due to the public health emergency and discussed registration updates for Line Technicians.

• Approved licensure for applicants 3.20/D, 3.20/E, 3.20/F, 3.20/G, 3.20/I, 3.20/J, 3.20/K, 3.20/N, and 3.20/Q
• Approved licensure for applicants 3.20/A, 3.20/B, 3.20/C, 3.20/L, 3.20/M, 3.20/O, 3.20/P, 3.20/R, 3.20/S and 3.20/T upon receipt of final documents
• Approved certification for SCABA applicant 3.20/U
• Approved certification for SCABA applicants 3.20/V and 3.20/W upon receipt of final documents
• Requested additional documentation for licensure applicant 3.20/H
• Denied registration for Line Technician 3.20/3 due to arrests and false information
• Approved registration for Line Technician 3.20/7 with quarterly updates required
• Denied registration for Line Technician 3.20/4 due to incomplete criminal charge documentation

Behavior Analyst Board

The Board will vote on licensure, certification, and registration recommendations in executive session. Members will also review operational expenses and financial reconciliations for December and January.

• Vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, and/or registration
• Review and approval of December and January monthly operational expenses
• Review and approval of December and January financial reconciliations
• Discussion regarding updates to the Jurisprudence Examination for online transition
• Discussion and revision of complaint policy and procedures

The Board approved licensure for seven applicants and certification for one assistant. It also voted to move funds into a Capitol One 360 account for a future office location and closed two complaints. Several line technician registrations were approved, continued, or denied during executive session.

• Approved licensure for applicants 2.20/A through 2.20/G
• Approved certification for State Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst Applicant 2.20/H
• Closed two complaints via unanimous vote
• Approved December and January financial reconciliations
• Approved moving funds to a Capitol One 360 account for future office space
• Revised Jurisprudence Exam questions with multiple correct answers
• Denied registration for line technician applicant 2.20/8
• Approved registration for 13 line technician applicants (some contingent on documentation)

Behavior Analyst Board

The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive committee reports. Key actions include voting on licensure and certification applications, reviewing complaints, approving December financials, and discussing rule promulgation for supervision requirements. The board will also consider a law on board member terms and a request for a local conference to be approved for continuing education hours.

• Credentials Review Committee recommendations on licensure, certification, and registration applications
• Complaints Committee update and possible votes on complaint items
• Finance Committee approval of December operational expenses and reconciliations
• Legislative Oversight Committee update on supervision rule promulgation and discussion of law on board member terms
• Continuing Education Committee discussion of a local conference request for continuing education hours

The Board approved several licensure and certification applications and authorized the movement of $200,000 into CDs for a future office building purchase. Other actions included increasing a part-time employee's hourly wage and approving the purchase of office appliances.

• Approved licensure for applicants 1.20/B, 1.20/C, 1.20/E, 1.20/F, 1.20/G, 1.20/I, 1.20/J, 1.20/K, and 1.20/L
• Approved certification for State Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst applicants 1.20/M and 1.20/N
• Approved motion to open a board initiated complaint
• Approved payment of the LSBEP January invoice
• Increased part-time student worker Savannah St. Pierre's salary from $10.00 to $11.00 per hour
• Approved purchase of a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee pot for the office
• Authorized moving $200,000.00 to CDs for the purpose of purchasing a building for office space
• Approved continuing registration with monthly updates for Line Technicians 12.18/10, 1.19/4, 6.19/5, and 7.19/6