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IA SF480
IA SF480A bill for an act relating to exemptions from disciplinary action for persons licensed to practice health-related professions based on their treatment of Lyme disease or other tick-borne diseases, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SF 222.)
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Introduced
03/07/2017
03/07/2017
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2018
05/05/2018
Introduced Session
87th General Assembly
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to exemptions from disciplinary action for persons licensed to practice health-related professions based on their treatment of Lyme disease or other tick-borne diseases, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SF 222.)
AI Summary
This bill provides an exemption from disciplinary action for health-related professionals licensed in Iowa who recommend or provide treatment for Lyme disease or other tick-borne diseases, as long as certain criteria are met. These criteria include performing an examination, obtaining informed consent, identifying a medical reason for the treatment, informing the patient about other recognized treatment options, and using the licensee's own medical judgment based on a thorough review of available information. The bill is designed to take effect immediately upon enactment.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Human Resources (Senate)
Last Action
Withdrawn. S.J. 693. (on 03/21/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=87&ba=SF480 |
| BillText | http://coolice.legis.iowa.gov/Legislation/87thGA/Bills/SenateFiles/Introduced/SF480.html |
| Bill | http://coolice.legis.iowa.gov/Legislation/87thGA/Bills/SenateFiles/Introduced/SF480.pdf |
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