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HRS §465D-4

License needed to practice behavior analysis

Starting in 2016, you must have a valid license to practice applied behavior analysis or call yourself a licensed behavior analyst. If you do it without a license, you can be fined up to $1,000 for each day you break the rule.

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The statute, as written — License required

(a) Beginning on January 1, 2016, except as specifically provided in this chapter, no person shall engage in the practice of applied behavior analysis or use the title "licensed behavior analyst" or "behavior analyst" without a valid license issued pursuant to this chapter. (b) Any person who violates this section shall be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000 for each separate offense. Each day of each violation shall constitute a separate offense.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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