Behavior Analyst Board public meetings in 2021
12 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Behavior Analyst Board
The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet on December 8, 2021, to discuss and decide on several items. The board will first hold an executive session to review credentials for licensure, certification, and registration. In open session, they will hear a report from the Credential Review Committee, review and vote on proposed changes to the FY 22/2023 budget, and receive an update on renewals and the Certemy system.
- Executive session to review applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration
- Finance Committee report and approval of changes to the projected budget for FY 22/2023
- Update on renewal process and Certemy system
The Board approved revisions to the Projected Budget for FY 22/2023. Members voted to extend the deadline for RLT renewals due to system glitches with Certemy. The Board also reviewed multiple credential files, resulting in several approvals and two denials.
- Approved Projected Budget for FY 22/2023 revisions
- Approved extension of RLT renewal deadlines due to system glitches
- Approved licensure for applicants 12.21/A and 12.21/B
- Approved certification for applicant 12.21/C
- Confirmed revocation for applicant 12.21/10
- Denied applicant 11.21/18 and barred reapplication for 2 years
- Tabled applicant 11.21/11 until January meeting
Behavior Analyst Board
The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will review financial reports for August through October 2021 and consider the projected budget for FY 22/2023. The board will also review applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration during executive sessions.
- Review of financials for August, September, and October 2021
- Review of projected budget for FY 22/2023 for approval
- Review of applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration
- Update on issuance of Jurisprudence Exam options
- Review of 2022 CE Reporting Form
The Board approved the projected budget for FY 22/2023 and three Consent Agreements and Orders for complaints 2020-001B, 2020-002B (M.B.), and 2020-002B (L.S.). Multiple licensure and certification applications were approved, and financial reconciliations for August, September, and October were accepted.
- Approved Consent Agreement and Order for Complaint No. 2020-001B (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agreement and Order for Complaint No. 2020-002B (M.B.) (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agreement and Order for Complaint No. 2020-002B (L.S.) (6-0)
- Approved Projected FY 22/2023 budget
- Approved financial reconciliations and full financials for August, September, and October
- Approved licensure for applicants 11.21/A, B, C, D, F, H, J, and L
- Approved certification for applicants 11.21/N and 11.21/O
- Upheld revocation for applicant 11.21/26 for falsifying application
Behavior Analyst Board
The Board will review credentials for licensure and examine complaints in executive sessions. The meeting also includes a discussion with the LDOE regarding supporting Medicaid services in schools.
- Discussion on project to support Medicaid services in schools
- Vote on recommendations for licensure, certification, and registration applicants
- Review of August and September 2021 financials
- Review of LBAB SAUP audit results
- Update on Jurisprudence Exam issuance options
The Board approved licensure for eight applicants and voted to approve a signed Consent Agreement. The Board also decided to reduce renewal fees for LBAs and SCaBAs by half this year due to COVID and Hurricane IDA hardships. New leadership was established with Mr. Cryer as Chair and Ms. Murray as Vice-Chair.
- Approved licensure for applicants 10.21/A through 10.21/H
- Approved a signed Consent Agreement (7-0)
- Approved LSBEP invoice for October
- Reduced renewal fees for LBAs and SCaBAs to half for the year
- Appointed Mr. Cryer as Chair and Ms. Murray as Vice-Chair
- Approved August meeting minutes
- Upheld revocation for applicant 10.21/8 for falsifying application
- Tabled licensure applicant 9.21/D for a November Zoom conference
Behavior Analyst Board
The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will hold executive sessions for credentials review and personnel matters, then convene an open meeting to receive committee reports. The board will vote on recommendations for licensure, certification, and registration, review complaints and August 2021 financials, and discuss legislative updates including an emergency rule on renewal fees for LBAs and SCaBAs and potential contracting with the Attorney General's Office. Long-range planning items include updating the CE reporting form and discussing licensure software.
- Vote on recommendations for applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration
- Review of emergency rule on renewal fees for LBAs and SCaBAs
- Discussion on contracting with the Attorney General's Office for services including rule promulgation
- Update on issuance of Jurisprudence Exam options
- Discussion of licensure software update and presentation at Gulf South Autism Conference
The Board unanimously voted to dissolve a 50/50 cost-sharing agreement with the Louisiana State Board of Examiners of Psychologists for Compliance Officer Justin Owens. The Board also approved several licensure applications and resolved multiple ethics complaints. Additionally, the Board decided not to initiate disciplinary action against one LBA regarding a dual relationship hardship.
- Dissolved cost-sharing agreement for Compliance Officer Justin Owens (unanimous)
- Decided not to initiate disciplinary action against LBA for dual relationship hardship
- Approved licensure for applicants 9.21/A, 9.21/B, 9.21/C and certification for 9.21/E
- Closed Complaint No. 2020-002B and 2020-005C with letters of education
- Closed Complaint No. 2021-008C with no action
- Approved a signed Consent Order
- Approved board-initiated investigation of a registered line technician
- Tabled financial reviews until next month
Behavior Analyst Board
The board will meet via Zoom to vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration during an executive session. The meeting also includes a presentation on BCAP Certification and a review of July 2021 financials.
- Vote on recommendations regarding applicant files for licensure, certification, and/or registration
- Review of July 2021 financials by the Finance Committee
- Presentation on BCAP Certification
- Discussion on new methods to implement the Jurisprudence Examination
- Update on 2022 CE Reporting Form
The Board approved reduced renewal fees for the current year due to pandemic-related financial hardships. Several licensure and certification applications were approved, and two complaints were closed. The Board also approved financial reports for July and travel expenses for the Executive Director.
- Reduced license renewal fee to $200.00 and certificate renewal to $125.00
- Approved licensure for applicants 8.21/B, 8.21/C, 8.21/E, 8.21/F, 8.21/G, 8.21/H, and 8.21/I
- Approved licensure for 8.21/A and 8.21/D upon receipt of required documents
- Approved certification for 8.21/K and 8.21/J (the latter upon receipt of documents)
- Closed two complaints: one due to respondent action and one due to insufficient evidence
- Tabled assessment of costs for Complaint No. 2020-001B until final determination
- Approved July LSBEP invoice and July financial reconciliations/statements
- Approved reimbursement for Executive Director Rhonda Boe to attend FARB Conference
Behavior Analyst Board
The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will consider a petition for reconsideration and amendment of findings for an order of summary suspension in Complaint No. 2020-001B. The board will also hold executive sessions for credentials review, hear committee reports, and discuss updates to licensure software and continuing education reporting. The meeting includes a working lunch and approval of previous minutes.
- Petition for Reconsideration and Amendment of Findings for Order of Summary Suspension (LBAB Complaint No. 2020-001B)
- Executive Session: Credentials Review Committee (two sessions)
- Finance Committee report reviewing June 2021 financials
- Discussion on regulation of unlicensed individuals interacting with clients not billing for ABA services
- Update on new methods to implement the Jurisprudence Examination
The Board denied a Petition for Reconsideration filed by Dr. Carolyn Barahona after determining the request did not meet the required legal criteria. The Board also approved several licensure and certification applications and authorized the issuance of Jurisprudence Exams while applicants await background check results.
- Denied Petition for Reconsideration for Dr. Carolyn Barahona (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Tabled assessment of hearing costs for Dr. Barahona (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved licensure for applicants 7.21/A through 7.21/I
- Approved certification for applicants 7.21/J, 7.21/K, and 7.21/L
- Approved issuing Jurisprudence Exams to applicants awaiting CBC results
- Approved July LSBEP invoice
- Approved June Checking and Savings Reconciliations
- Approved full June financial reports
Behavior Analyst Board
The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will vote on recommendations for applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration during executive session. The board will also review May 2021 financials and a contract for a CPA. Other discussions include jurisprudence exam options, legislative bills affecting boards, and updates on continuing education reporting and licensure software.
- Vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration (executive session)
- Review of May 2021 financials and CPA contract
- Discussion of Jurisprudence Exam options
- Review of legislative bills passed that impact boards
- Update on CE reporting form for 2022 and licensure software
The Board approved several licensure and certification applications and adopted a Consent Agreement. Financial actions included approving May reconciliations and renewing the CPA contract at $60 per hour. The Board also discussed the implementation of the Certemy application system.
- Approved licensure for applicants 6.21/A, B, D, H, J, K, L, M, and N
- Approved licensure for applicants 6.21/C, E, F, G, and I pending original documents
- Approved certification for applicant 6.21/P
- Approved certification for applicants 6.21/O and 6.21/Q pending original documents
- Approved and adopted a Consent Agreement (7-0)
- Approved May Checking and Savings Reconciliations
- Approved full financials for May
- Renewed CPA contract at a rate of $60.00 per hour
Behavior Analyst Board
The board will vote on licensure, certification, and registration applications in executive session. The meeting also includes reviews of the FY 20/21 budget and updates on legislative bills.
- Votes on applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration
- Review and amendment of FY 20/21 budget
- Discussion on issuance of Jurisprudence Exam via new online software
- Review of bills currently in legislative session
- Discussion regarding SCaBA supervision audits and duties
The Board approved several licensure and certification applications and adopted an amended budget for FY 2020/21. Members also approved April financial reports and reconciliations. The Board reviewed various registration requests for Line Technicians during an executive session.
- Approved licensure for applicants 5.21/A, 5.21/B, 5.21/D, 5.21/F, and 5.21/H
- Approved licensure for applicants 5.21/C, 5.21/E, 5.21/G, 5.21/I, and 5.21/J pending original documents
- Approved certification for applicant 5.21/K pending original documents
- Approved one late renewal
- Approved April LSBEP invoice and April Checking and Savings Reconciliations
- Approved full April financials
- Adopted amended budget for FY 2020/21
- Approved registration for multiple Line Technician applicants (detailed in executive session)
Behavior Analyst Board
The Board will vote on recommendations for licensure, certification, and registration applicants. The meeting includes reviews of financial statements, legislative bills, and supervision audits.
- Vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, and/or registration
- Review of March 2021 financials
- Review of bills for the upcoming legislative session
- Discussion of SCaBA supervision audits and remote supervision
- Update on 2022 CE Reporting Form
The Board approved multiple licensure and registration applications and finalized the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for Complaint No. 2020-001B. Financial actions included approving March reports and authorizing the purchase of a new desktop and a second Complaints Coordinator. The Board also approved a $5,000 raise for Executive Director Rhonda Boe.
- Approved licensure for applicants 4.21/A, B, C, E, and H
- Approved licensure for applicants 4.21/D, F, and G upon receipt of original documents
- Approved certification for applicant 4.21/I upon receipt of original documents
- Approved Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for Complaint No. 2020-001B (5-0)
- Approved March LSBEP invoice, checking/savings reconciliations, and full March financials
- Approved purchase of an additional desktop computer
- Approved process to contract with a second Complaints Coordinator
- Approved $5,000 raise for Executive Director Rhonda Boe
Behavior Analyst Board
The board will meet via Zoom to review applications for licensure, certification, and registration. The session includes reviews of complaints, financial statements for January and February 2021, and discussions on emergency rules.
- Vote on applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration
- Review of January and February 2021 financials
- Review of draft Emergency Rules
- Discussion on re-taking the Jurisprudence Exam for lapsed licenses
- Review of pre-filed bills for the upcoming legislative session
The Board approved several licensure and certification applications and adopted a new Emergency Closure Policy and Procedure. The Board also issued a letter of education to a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) for reporting failures and approved financial reconciliations for January and February.
- Approved licensure for applicants 3.21/A, 3.21/C, 3.21/D, 3.21/G, 3.21/H, and 3.21/I
- Approved licensure for applicants 3.21/B, 3.21/E, and 3.21/F pending original documents
- Approved certification for applicant 3.21/J
- Issued letter of education and monthly report to LBA for failure to report in writing
- Issued letter of education to a registered line technician regarding transfer issues
- Approved February LSBEP invoice, January and February reconciliations, and full financials for January and February
- Adopted Emergency Closure Policy and Procedure
- Approved registration for multiple line technician applicants (detailed in credential review)
Behavior Analyst Board
The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet via Zoom to review licensure applications and complaints in executive session. The open meeting includes discussions on safety codes and the acceptance of specific credentialing boards.
- Discussion with Fire Marshall regarding mandatory safety codes and individuals with autism
- Review of request from Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis (QABA) to be added to licensing laws
- Review of request regarding credentialing from Behavior Intervention Certification Council (BICC)
- Discussion on whether the Jurisprudence Exam must be retaken to reactivate lapsed licenses
- Review of November and December 2020 financials
The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board approved several licensure and certification applicants and accepted a disciplinary consent agreement. The board also approved financial reconciliations and full financials for November and December.
- Approved licensure for applicants 2.21/A, 2.21/B, 2.21/D, 2.21/G, 2.21/H, 2.21/I, 2.21/J, 2.21/O, and 2.21/R
- Approved licensure for applicants 2.21/C, 2.21/E, 2.21/F, 2.21/P, and 2.21/Q pending original documents
- Approved certification for applicants 2.21/L and 2.21/M
- Approved certification for applicants 2.21/K and 2.21/N pending original documents
- Accepted a disciplinary action consent agreement (5-1)
- Accepted Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law from July 2020 hearing (6-0)
- Approved a letter of education for a complaint file and closed the file (6-0)
- Approved January LSBEP invoice and November/December financial reconciliations and full financials
Behavior Analyst Board
The Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board will meet to vote on recommendations for applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration, and to review complaints and continuing education reporting forms. The board will also discuss legislation to set terms for board members and review draft emergency rules at a future meeting.
- Vote on recommendations for applicant files for licensure, certification, and registration
- Review of complaints and documents requiring board approval in executive session
- Discussion of legislation to set terms for board members
- Review of draft Emergency Rules at next monthly meeting
- Review of CEU reporting forms and discussion of discrepancies
The Board approved several licensure and certification applicants and granted a fee payment extension for one renewal hardship request. The Board also denied two registrations due to false information or undisclosed charges and administratively revoked one registration. Future meetings were scheduled for February 17 and March 17, 2021.
- Approved licensure for applicants 1.21/A, 1.21/D, and 1.21/F
- Approved licensure for 1.21/B and 1.21/C upon receipt of original documents
- Approved certification for 1.21/D upon receipt of original documents
- Approved licensure renewal with a fee payment extension for one hardship request
- Denied registration for 11.20/10 due to severity of charges and failure to disclose
- Denied registration for 1.21/15 due to false information on application
- Administratively revoked registration for 1.21/4
- Approved registration for 15 separate applicants (1.21/1-14, 1.21/16, 1.21/18, 10.20/2)