Bill > SB01072

This bill proposes to amend existing state statutes to establish a licensure requirement for recreational therapists through the Department of Public Health. While the bill text is quite brief, it indicates that recreational therapists, who are healthcare professionals who use leisure and recreational activities to help patients with physical, emotional, or cognitive challenges, will now need to obtain an official license from the state's public health department in order to practice. This licensure process likely involves meeting specific professional qualifications, passing an examination, and maintaining ongoing professional standards to ensure the quality and safety of recreational therapy services. The goal of such licensing is typically to protect public health by ensuring that practitioners have the necessary training, skills, and credentials to provide effective and responsible care to patients.

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