As introduced: - Expands the scope of practice for chiropractors to include dry needling, concussion management, performing sports physicals, ordering diagnostic and laboratory testing, and prescribing durable medical equipment. - Modifies the definition of manipulation/adjustment to include a grade five joint mobilization or passive manual maneuver performed by hand or with the aid of a mechanical instrument or an artificial intelligence-assisted chiropractic adjustment. - Authorizes certified chiropractors to practice animal chiropractic without supervision by a licensed veterinarian. - Deems licensed chiropractors competent to offer expert opinions in legal and administrative proceedings on causation, standard of care, permanent impairment, and disability. - Increases the required professional liability insurance coverage to $500,000 per occurrence and $1,500,000 per year. - Revises licensure requirements and establishes a new framework for continuing education requirements.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
May 20, 2026 | S | Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure, May 20, 2026 |
| Last Action | May 20, 2026 |
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| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | May 21, 2026 |
| Updated | May 21, 2026 |