Bill > S0672

This bill updates Florida's laws regarding acupuncture licensure and practice by making several key modifications. The bill revises definitions related to acupuncture, replacing the term "oriental" with "Eastern" throughout the statute and expanding the definition of acupuncture to include more specific details about diagnostic techniques, therapies, and prescriptive rights. Licensure requirements are modified to include 60 hours of injection therapy study and allow for national certification or endorsement. The bill eliminates certain examination fees, updates continuing education requirements to allow up to 30 hours of biennial training in topics including practice management, and clarifies infection control standards mandating sterile, single-use disposable needles. The bill also updates prohibited acts related to practicing acupuncture, such as using professional titles or engaging in practice without proper licensing. Additionally, the bill provides more comprehensive language around prescriptive rights for acupuncturists, specifically detailing the types of substances they can recommend or administer, while explicitly excluding certain medications like controlled substances and vaccinations. The changes aim to modernize and clarify regulations surrounding acupuncture practice in Florida, with the new provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2026.