This bill proposes significant updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes governing chiropractic practice. It introduces new definitions, such as "business entity" and "registrant," expanding the regulatory scope to include both licensed chiropractors and registered individuals. The definition of "chiropractic assistant" is also modified to require registration and completion of an approved training program. New applicant requirements are established, including passing a jurisprudence examination and obtaining a fingerprint clearance card by January 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill clarifies the civil penalty for violations, changing it from "one thousand dollars" to "$1,000," and introduces a definition of "good standing" for licensees.

Moreover, the bill enhances the board's investigative authority by allowing access to a wider range of documents, including those from disability insurance providers. It updates continuing education requirements, increasing the hours from "twelve" to "thirty-two" within the two-year licensure period before renewal. The bill also repeals section 32-922.01 and amends existing provisions related to the board's fee-setting authority and licensing processes. Overall, these changes aim to modernize the regulatory framework for chiropractic practice in Arizona, ensuring improved oversight, accountability, and clarity in definitions and procedures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-900, 32-902, 32-904, 32-921, 32-922, 32-922.01, 32-922.02, 32-922.03, 32-923, 32-924, 32-926, 32-929, 32-931, 32-933, 41-619.51, 41-1758, 41-1758.01, 41-1750, 92-544, 41-1758.03, 32-4301, 36-2501, 13-3401, 36-401, 41-619.57, 8-804, 41-619.55, 3-314, 8-105, 8-322, 8-463, 8-509, 8-802, 15-183, 15-503, 15-512, 15-534, 15-763.01, 15-782.02, 15-1330, 15-1881, 17-215, 28-3228, 28-3413, 32-122.02, 32-122.05, 32-122.06, 32-823, 32-1232, 32-1276.01, 32-1284, 32-1297.01, 32-1904, 32-1941, 32-1982, 32-2022, 32-2063, 32-2108.01, 32-2123, 32-2371, 32-3430, 32-3620, 32-3668, 32-3669, 32-3922, 32-3924, 32-4128, 32-4222, 36-113, 36-207, 36-411, 36-425.03, 36-446.04, 36-594.01, 36-594.02, 36-766.01, 36-882, 36-883.02, 36-897.01, 36-897.03, 36-3008, 41-619.53, 41-1964, 41-1967.01, 41-1968, 41-1969, 41-2814, 41-4025, 46-141, 46-321, 41-619.52, 13-3623