This bill establishes a new license endorsement for qualified licensed chiropractors in Washington State, allowing them to perform chiropractic diagnosis and adjustments on nonhuman animals. The endorsement will be issued by the commission upon application, provided the chiropractor holds a valid Washington state chiropractic license, has completed an approved animal chiropractic educational program or holds a current animal chiropractic certification, and pays the required fees. The endorsement is valid for three years, after which chiropractors can apply for renewal by demonstrating completion of continuing education requirements and paying the necessary fees.

The bill outlines specific responsibilities and limitations for licensed animal chiropractors, including the ability to review existing imaging for diagnostic purposes but not to order imaging, the requirement to encourage clients to seek veterinary care for non-chiropractic health issues, and the obligation to maintain patient records. It also includes provisions for facilities treating both animal and human patients, immunity from liability for reporting suspected animal cruelty, and the requirement to provide clients with contact information for nearby veterinarians or emergency clinics. The commission is authorized to adopt rules necessary for implementing these provisions, and definitions for key terms related to animal chiropractic are provided.