The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 1069, seeks to amend current statutes to allow naturopathic physicians the authority to prescribe medication. This change aims to enhance the scope of practice for naturopathic physicians, thereby providing patients with more comprehensive healthcare options and potentially lowering their healthcare costs.

The bill does not specify any deletions from current law but focuses solely on the insertion of new legal language that grants prescribing rights to naturopathic physicians. The intent behind this legislation is to support patients who prefer naturopathic care by expanding the capabilities of their healthcare providers.