This bill amends the North Dakota Century Code to establish requirements for criminal history record checks for naturopathic doctors and genetic counselors. It adds new provisions to sections 43-58-03.1 and 43-60-06.1, allowing the board to mandate that applicants for licensure or licensees under disciplinary investigation submit to both statewide and nationwide criminal history record checks. The bill specifies that the checks must be conducted in accordance with section 12-60-24, and all associated costs will be the responsibility of the applicant or licensee.

Additionally, the bill amends subdivision d of subsection 2 of section 12-60-24 to include references to the new sections 43-58-03.1 and 43-60-06.1, clarifying that criminal history record checks are not required unless mandated by the board. This legislative change aims to enhance the oversight and accountability of licensed naturopathic doctors and genetic counselors in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 12-60-24
Enrollment: 12-60-24
PREFILED: 12-60-24