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MA S665
Providing for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/04/2019
04/04/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to provide for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services. Health Care Financing.
AI Summary
This bill aims to provide consumers in Massachusetts with access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services. It defines "complementary and alternative health care services" and "complementary and alternative health care practitioners" as those not licensed, certified, or registered by the state. The bill allows these practitioners to provide services without violating certain health care practice laws, as long as they fulfill disclosure requirements and do not engage in prohibited activities like performing surgery or prescribing controlled substances. The bill also exempts licensed health care professionals and those already exempt from professional practice acts from its provisions.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (12)
Brian Ashe (D),
David Biele (D),
Nick Collins (D),
Pat Jehlen (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Michael Rodrigues (D),
John Rogers (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Mike Soter (R),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
House concurred (on 02/10/2020)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S665 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S665.pdf |
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