The bill amends Alaska's naturopathy regulations by introducing new provisions for the issuance of temporary endorsements and endorsements for licensed naturopaths. Under the new sections, a naturopath can receive a temporary endorsement if they pass a pharmacology examination and meet other departmental requirements. This temporary endorsement allows them to prescribe and administer prescription drugs under the supervision of a licensed physician. The supervising physician must have at least five years of experience in prescribing drugs and is responsible for evaluating the naturopath's performance. After one year of supervision, the physician must submit a report to the department recommending whether the naturopath should receive a full endorsement or require further supervision.

Additionally, the bill establishes continuing education requirements for licensed naturopaths, mandating 30 hours of education for license renewal and an additional 20 hours focused on pharmacotherapy for endorsement renewal. It also outlines standards for license and endorsement renewal, reinstatement, and disciplinary actions for violations of the law. Notably, the bill clarifies restrictions on the practice of naturopathy, including the prohibition of prescribing certain drugs without an endorsement, and introduces penalties for unlicensed practice or fraudulent activities related to licensure.

Statutes affected:
SB0193A, AM SB 193, introduced 05/13/2025: 08.45.050, 08.45.034, 08.45.033, 08.45.038, 08.45.037, 08.45.039, 08.45.060, 08.45.070, 08.45.040, 44.64.010, 08.45.080, 08.45.010, 08.45.090