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IA SF222

IA SF222
A bill for an act relating to alternative or complementary medicine, including exemptions from disciplinary action for persons licensed to practice health-related professions and a limitation on available damages in a civil action, and including effective date provisions. (See SF 480.)


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Introduced
02/09/2017
In Committee
02/09/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2018

Introduced Session

87th General Assembly

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to alternative or complementary medicine, including exemptions from disciplinary action for persons licensed to practice health-related professions and a limitation on available damages in a civil action, and including effective date provisions. (See SF 480.)

AI Summary

This bill seeks to exempt certain licensed health professionals from disciplinary action for recommending or providing alternative or complementary medicine, including for the treatment of persistent Lyme disease, as long as they receive informed consent, identify a medical reason, inform the patient about treatment options, and do not believe the treatment will result in serious harm. It also limits the available damages in a civil action against such professionals to actual damages, unless they committed gross negligence or willful misconduct. The bill takes effect upon enactment.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage. (on 03/01/2017)

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