The proposed bill would update current statutes governing the Chiropractic Board by introducing new definitions and specific actions classified as unprofessional conduct, such as failing to disclose financial interests and maintaining inadequate patient records. It would also establish clear grounds for the termination of the Executive Director and mandate timely investigations, including the requirement to refer criminal complaints to law enforcement within two business days. Additionally, the bill emphasizes transparency by requiring conflict-of-interest disclosures from Board members and mandates the development of policies for psychosexual evaluations of doctors of chiropractic (DCs).

For the Naturopathic Board, the bill clarifies that it is not entitled to proprietary formulas or trade secrets of naturopathic doctors and requires the Board to conform its rules accordingly. It also enhances patient access to treatment ingredient lists. Other updates include the requirement for applicants to submit fingerprints, automatic license suspension for failure to renew after 90 days, and provisions for backdating renewal licenses. Overall, these changes aim to improve regulatory clarity, accountability, and patient safety within both boards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-1504, 32-1509, 32-1522, 32-1551, 32-1551.01, 44-401, 38-611, 32-1526, 32-1524, 32-1525, 35-146, 35-147, 41-1092.08
Senate Engrossed Version: 32-900, 32-900.01, 32-904, 32-904.01, 32-905, 32-921, 32-923, 32-924, 32-924.01, 32-929, 32-934, 32-1504, 13-1401, 32-2811, 32-925, 35-146, 35-147, 41-1750, 92-544, 32-4301, 32-922.01, 36-401