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Introduced
03/02/2023
03/02/2023
In Committee
03/02/2023
03/02/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Introduced Session
93rd Legislature 2023-2024
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to health occupations; modifying acupuncture and herbal medicine practice; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 147B.01, subdivisions 3, 4, 9, 14, by adding a subdivision; 147B.03, subdivisions 2, 3; 147B.05, subdivision 1; 147B.06, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 147B.01, subdivision 18.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the practice of acupuncture and herbal medicine in Minnesota. It provides a definition of "acupuncture" that includes dry needling, trigger point therapy, and other related treatments involving the insertion of needles past the skin. The bill also broadens the definition of "acupuncture and herbal medicine practice" to include a wider range of traditional and modern diagnostic and treatment techniques, such as cupping, massage, herbal therapies, and dietary and nutrition therapies. Additionally, the bill expands the scope of practice for acupuncturists to include evaluation, management, and treatment services, as well as the use of various stimulation methods and therapeutic exercises. The bill also repeals the definition of "Oriental medicine" from the existing law.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Author added Pursell (on 03/20/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2508&ssn=0&y=2023 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF2508&version=0&session=ls93&session_year=2023&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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