HB 1598 - DIGEST

(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB)

     Prohibits educational practitioners from using hypnosis, transpersonal psychological techniques, or dissociative mental states, including any techniques that involve the induction of hypnotic states, guided imagery, meditation, or yoga.

     Declares that educational practitioners who use methods or curriculum advocating or producing dissociative states are in violation of professional practices, with the first willful violation resulting in suspension without pay for no less than ten days.

     Provides that subsequent violations shall result in dismissal with forfeiture of all state-issued licenses pertaining to education.