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Introduced
11/29/2023
11/29/2023
In Committee
12/13/2023
12/13/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/08/2024
03/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to the practice of acupuncture; amending s. 457.102, F.S.; revising and defining terms; amending s. 457.105, F.S.; revising education requirements for acupuncture licensure, beginning on specified dates; creating s. 457.106, F.S.; authorizing acupuncturist assistants to assist in the practice of acupuncture under the direct supervision of an acupuncturist; providing that a supervising acupuncturist assumes legal liability for the actions of an acupuncturist assistant acting under his or her direct supervision and control; requiring the Board of Acupuncture to adopt specified rules related to acupuncturist assistants; amending s. 457.107, F.S.; revising continuing education requirements for acupuncture licensure renewal; creating s. 457.1084, F.S.; requiring the board to establish and maintain a formulary for acupoint injection therapies; specifying requirements for the formulary; creating s. 457.115, F.S.; providing construction; amending s. 457.116, F.S.; providing an exception for specified prohibited acts; requiring the board to adopt certain rules; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends the laws governing the practice of acupuncture in Florida. It revises the definition of "acupuncture" to include contemporary Eastern medicine practices and techniques, expands the scope of practice for licensed acupuncturists, authorizes acupuncturist assistants to assist in the practice of acupuncture under the direct supervision of a licensed acupuncturist, establishes continuing education requirements for acupuncture license renewal, requires the Board of Acupuncture to establish and maintain a formulary for acupoint injection therapies, and clarifies that the terms "Eastern medicine," "acupuncture," and "acupuncturist" are synonymous. The bill also provides exceptions for certain prohibited acts related to the practice of acupuncture.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Health Policy (on 03/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/614 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/614/BillText/Filed/HTML |
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