Establishes professional licensure and certification for tobacco treatment counseling.
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
Summary
The bill adds professional licensure and certification for tobacco treatment specialists, requiring specific education, training, and examination standards. It applies to mental‑health counselors and other health providers who diagnose or treat tobacco or nicotine dependence. The goal is to protect the public by ensuring counselors meet defined competency and ethical standards.
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