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CA SB1333
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brian Jones
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AI Summary
- Extends the Naturopathic Doctors Act beyond its January 1, 2027 sunset date to an unspecified future date
- Expands naturopathic doctors' authority to perform "minor office procedures" including suturing lacerations, incision and drainage of abscesses, tissue biopsies, and use of local anesthetics
- Allows naturopathic doctors to independently prescribe Schedule II through Schedule V controlled substances, removing current requirements for physician supervision and standardized protocols
- Eliminates the existing limit of four naturopathic doctors per supervising physician by removing the supervision requirement entirely
- Requires naturopathic doctors to complete board-certified pharmacology coursework before prescribing drugs under the expanded authority
Legislative Description
Naturopathic doctors: scope of practice.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on B. P. & E.D.
3/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Business, Professions and Economic Development3/4/2026
Rules2/20/2026
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