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MA S1329
Providing for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services
summary
Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to provide for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services. Public Health.
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 practitioners" as individuals who provide such services for remuneration or hold themselves out as providers, but are not licensed, certified, or registered as healthcare practitioners by the state. The bill outlines disclosure requirements for these practitioners, prohibits them from performing certain medical procedures or representing themselves as licensed healthcare providers, and clarifies that the law does not apply to or prevent the lawful practice of licensed healthcare professionals. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Nick Collins (D)*,
Jo Comerford (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Jake Oliveira (D),
Last Action
Accompanied H2244 (on 03/25/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1329 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1329.pdf |
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