Bill > HB1269

This bill modifies several provisions related to acupuncture licensure and practice in New Hampshire. It updates the definition of NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) training by removing a specific date reference, indicating the protocol is now considered more dynamic. The bill expands the state's Acupuncture Board by adding one certified acupuncture detoxification specialist as a member, appointed by the governor. It also relaxes educational requirements for acupuncture licensure, now allowing candidates to qualify with an associate's degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited institution, in addition to the previous options of a registered nurse or physician associate degree. For certified acupuncture detoxification specialists, the bill modifies supervision requirements, specifying that general supervision must include at least two site visits per year during the first two years of certification, with the supervising licensed acupuncturist available by telecommunications. These changes aim to provide more flexibility in acupuncture professional qualifications and oversight while maintaining standards for patient care. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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