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NY A10187
NY A10187Requires acupuncturists registered with the state to complete 45 hourse of mandatory continuing education requirements every registration period; specifies acceptible courses of continuing education; provides exceptions.
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to mandatory continuing education requirements for acupuncturists
AI Summary
This bill requires acupuncturists registered with the state to complete 45 hours of continuing education every three years, with at least 15 hours per year, to maintain their license, though exceptions are provided for those newly licensed, serving in the armed forces, experiencing health issues, or not actively practicing acupuncture. Acceptable continuing education courses are defined as formal learning programs approved by the National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCBAHM) or its successor, and the state can also designate specific subject areas for public health reasons. Acupuncturists must attest to completing these requirements and keep documentation, and failure to comply can lead to disciplinary action, with a $45 fee added to the triennial registration fee to cover administrative costs.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to higher education (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A10187 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A10187&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A10187 |
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