HB 12-1060 Summary

• Creates the State Board of Dietitians with 3 licensed dietitians and 2 public members to license and regulate dietitians in Colorado.

• Requires dietitians to hold a baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate degree in nutrition or related field, complete 1,200+ hours of supervised practice experience, and pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration examination.

• Allows licensure by endorsement for dietitians from states with equivalent requirements and permits provisional licenses valid for one year (renewable once for 6 months) for qualified applicants.

• Establishes disciplinary procedures for violations including sexual misconduct, fraud, substance abuse, unlicensed practice, and failure to maintain professional standards, with penalties up to $500 fine or 6 months imprisonment.

• Regulation sunsets September 1, 2019, with the Department of Regulatory Agencies required to review the board's functions prior to expiration.