House Bill 20-1219 Summary

• Extends the sunset date for audiologist licensing from September 1, 2020 to September 1, 2031, continuing the Division of Professions and Occupations' licensing authority.

• Requires licensed audiologists to complete at least 10 hours of continuing education during each renewal period and establishes audit and documentation procedures.

• Adds malpractice reporting requirements for audiologists, including mandatory notification to the director within 30 days of final judgments or settlements involving audiology malpractice.

• Establishes comprehensive deceptive trade practice standards for hearing aid dispensers, including receipt requirements, 30-day rescission periods, physician referral protocols, and prohibitions on misleading advertising.

• Requires malpractice insurance companies writing policies for audiologists to report settled claims and judgments to the Division of Professions and Occupations.