House Bill No. by Representative Stagni aims to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding chiropractors in Louisiana by introducing new definitions and clarifying the roles of preceptors and preceptees. The bill enacts definitions for "preceptee," referring to a chiropractic student, and "preceptor," a licensed chiropractor, under R.S. 37:2801. Additionally, it establishes a new section, R.S. 37:2807, which outlines the duties and responsibilities of preceptors in delegating tasks to preceptees. Specifically, it mandates that preceptors must have held an active chiropractic license in good standing for at least five years and be licensed by the Louisiana Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

The proposed law allows preceptees, who are currently enrolled in accredited chiropractic colleges and have qualified for admission to the college outpatient clinic, to perform adjustments or manipulations under the supervision of a preceptor. However, it explicitly prohibits preceptors from delegating the responsibility to render diagnoses or prescribe treatment plans to preceptees. Furthermore, preceptees are not allowed to present themselves as licensed chiropractors to the public. The bill also stipulates that both preceptors and preceptees are subject to disciplinary actions for any violations of these regulations, ensuring adherence to the standards set forth by the Louisiana Board of Chiropractic Examiners.