Bill > HB970

This bill amends Hawaii's chiropractic licensing law to allow students enrolled in qualified chiropractic colleges to engage in clinical practice as part of their educational program, but only when directly supervised by a licensed chiropractor. The Hawaii Board of Chiropractic is required to develop and adopt specific rules that will: define what constitutes a "qualified chiropractic college", outline the requirements for students to participate in clinical practice, and provide a clear definition of what qualifies as "clinical practice". By creating this provision, the bill provides a structured pathway for chiropractic students to gain hands-on, supervised experience during their training, which can help them develop practical skills before becoming fully licensed practitioners. The bill specifies that this clinical practice provision is a new exception to existing licensing restrictions, and the rules will be established by the professional regulatory board to ensure appropriate standards and student oversight. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 3000, which appears to be a placeholder date typically used when the exact implementation date is not yet determined.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=970&year=2026