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Introduced
01/22/2025
01/22/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending sections 32-1901, 36-414 and 36-416, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 36, chapter 4, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 36-416.01; amending section 36-3601, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 36, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 42; relating to nutritionists.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for licensing and regulating dietitian nutritionists and nutritionists in Arizona, creating new standards for practice, education, and professional conduct. The legislation introduces licensing requirements for dietitian nutritionists and nutritionists, defining their scope of practice to include providing medical nutrition therapy, ordering therapeutic diets, conducting nutrition assessments, and performing nutrition interventions. Applicants must meet rigorous educational standards, including completing specific coursework in clinical sciences, nutrition, and metabolism, and must undergo supervised practice experience of at least 1,000 hours. The bill requires practitioners to pass professional examinations, such as the Certified Nutrition Specialist examination or Commission on Dietetic Registration exam, and mandates continuing education to maintain licensure. The Department of Health Services will oversee licensing, with the director empowered to issue, renew, suspend, or revoke licenses based on professional conduct. The legislation also establishes clear title usage regulations, ensuring that only properly credentialed professionals can use specific professional titles. Additionally, the bill allows licensed dietitian nutritionists and qualified nutrition professionals to order various nutrition-related services in hospitals and other healthcare institutions, expanding their professional capabilities while maintaining patient safety through structured oversight and institutional policies.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate read second time (on 01/23/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82112 |
BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/1r/bills/sb1135p.htm |
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