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Introduced
01/30/2019
01/30/2019
In Committee
01/30/2019
01/30/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/12/2020
03/12/2020
Introduced Session
2019-2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to the practice of naturopathy; amending RCW118.36A.040 and 69.41.030; reenacting and amending RCW 18.36A.020 and269.50.101; adding new sections to chapter 18.36A RCW; and creating a3new section.4
AI Summary
This bill expands the prescriptive authority of naturopathic physicians in Washington state. Specifically, it allows naturopathic physicians to prescribe and administer legend drugs and controlled substances in Schedules III through V, provided they meet certain education and training requirements set by the Board of Naturopathy. The bill also allows naturopathic physicians to sign and attest to various legal documents, such as death certificates and disability determinations, within their scope of practice. Additionally, the bill recognizes the Board of Naturopathy's role in establishing rules and regulations for the naturopathic profession.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/13/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5752&Year=2019&Initiative=false |
| State Bill Page | http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=5752&year=2019 |
| BillText | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2019-20/Pdf/Bills/Senate Bills/5752.pdf |
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