Naturopathic doctors: scope of practice.

Legislative status

1. Introduced
2. In Committee
3. Reported by Committee
4. Floor Vote Scheduled
5. Passed One Chamber
6. Passed Both Chambers
7. Sent to Executive
8. Signed into Law

Summary

The bill broadens the activities NDs may perform – from ordering labs and imaging to doing minor office procedures and prescribing a wider range of drugs, including Schedule II‑V controlled substances. It keeps the requirement that these drug orders follow board‑approved protocols and physician/surgeon supervision. The measure also extends the Naturopathic Doctors Act beyond its current 2027 sunset date.

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Hearings

• Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee Hearing
  Business, Professions and Economic Development · Apr 20, 2026
• Business, Professions and Economic Development
  Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee · Apr 20, 2026

History

1. Apr 21, 2026April 20 set for first hearing canceled at the request of author.
2. Apr 16, 2026Set for hearing April 20.
3. Mar 4, 2026Referred to Com. on B. P. & E.D.
4. Feb 23, 2026Read first time.
5. Feb 23, 2026From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 23.
6. Feb 20, 2026Introduced. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.

Sponsors

• Jones · sponsor

Bill text

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