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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Professions and occupations; definition of "practice of athletic training"; dry needling. Adds dry needling to the definition of "practice of athletic training," as such term relates to the practice of medicine and other healing arts.
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of the "practice of athletic training" within the state's professions and occupations laws to include "dry needling," which is a therapeutic technique involving the insertion of fine needles into muscles to relieve pain and improve function. This addition clarifies that dry needling is considered part of the scope of practice for athletic trainers, as it relates to the broader practice of medicine and other healing arts.
Committee Categories
Education, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Continued to next session in Education and Health (15-Y 0-N) (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB728 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB728) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1093047.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB728/text/SB728 |
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