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NY A07695
NY A07695Requires physician coursework or training in nutrition; six hours every two years.
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Introduced
05/16/2019
05/16/2019
In Committee
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
2019-2020 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to physician coursework or training in nutrition The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1
AI Summary
This bill requires all physicians practicing in New York to complete six hours of coursework or training on nutrition, including plant-based nutrition and other clinically proven methods for the prevention, reversal, and treatment of diet-related illnesses, every two years. The Department of Health will provide an exemption for physicians who do not engage in direct patient care, provide patient consultations, or reside in New York. The Department will also consult with relevant organizations on the regulatory standards and ensure that coursework or training funded by commercial food production entities or their trade organizations does not satisfy the requirements.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
referred to higher education (on 01/08/2020)
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