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This bill creates new requirements for criminal history record checks for naturopathic doctors and genetic counselors in North Dakota. Specifically, the bill authorizes the North Dakota Board of Medicine to require applicants for licensure or licensees under investigation to submit to statewide and nationwide criminal background checks. These checks will be conducted according to the procedures outlined in section 12-60-24 of the North Dakota Century Code. The bill amends existing law to include naturopathic doctors and genetic counselors in the list of professions subject to such background checks. Importantly, all costs associated with these criminal history record checks will be the financial responsibility of the licensee or applicant. The purpose of these checks appears to be to ensure the professional fitness and safety of practitioners by allowing regulatory boards to screen for potential criminal histories that might impact their ability to practice. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate (47-0) and House (92-0) of the North Dakota Legislative Assembly.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2042.html