AZ SB1401

Amends Arizona law to allow licensed acupuncturists to treat animals if nationally certified by the American Board of Animal Acupuncture or the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Requires acupuncturists treating animals to obtain a veterinary referral, maintain treatment records, carry adequate liability insurance, and communicate findings to the treating veterinarian.

Mandates that non-veterinary premises where animal acupuncture is performed meet specific requirements including separate treatment areas from human patients, secure animal containment, trained staff, emergency protocols, and sanitation standards.

Establishes the Acupuncture Board of Examiners as the certifying authority with the ability to adjudicate complaints and consult licensed veterinarians as subject matter experts on animal health.

Makes acupuncturists solely liable for acupuncture treatment provided and requires proof of current certification to be submitted to the board.