Digest: The Act makes some changes to the laws about licensed dietitians. The Act also makes a new profession called a licensed nutritionist. The Act says a person may not practice dietetics or nutrition if the person does not have a license, and that a person may not use some titles or abbreviations if the person does not have a license. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.4).
Directs the Health Licensing Office to issue a license to engage in the practice of nutrition to a qualified applicant. Changes the requirements for a license to engage in the practice of dietetics. Defines the "practice of dietetics" and the "practice of nutrition." Changes the name of the Board of Licensed Dietitians to the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists. Allows a licensed dietitian and a licensed nutritionist to provide services via telehealth. Prohibits a person from engaging in the practice of dietetics or the practice of nutrition, or from using specified titles and abbreviations, without a license. Makes exceptions to the licensure requirement.
Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.