The bill amends the Public Health Code, specifically section 16431, to update the requirements for license renewal for chiropractic practitioners in Michigan. It stipulates that applicants must provide evidence of attending a minimum of five 2-day educational conferences approved by the board within the two years prior to their renewal application. Additionally, the bill mandates that applicants complete a specified number of hours or courses in pain and symptom management as well as in the provisions of section 16401(1), which were added by 2009 PA 221.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a provision that allows the board to consider courses or programs offered through the Providers of Approved Continuing Education of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Board, or equivalent programs, as fulfilling the conference attendance requirement. The board is tasked with establishing rules to determine the equivalency of these courses to the required conferences. This amendment aims to enhance the educational standards for chiropractic practitioners and ensure they are well-equipped to manage pain and symptoms in their practice.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.16431