GA HB185

Repeals and reenacts the "Dietetics Practice Act" as the "Dietetics and Nutrition Practices Act," creating two distinct license categories: licensed dietitians (who can treat complex and noncomplex medical conditions) and licensed nutritionists (limited to noncomplex medical conditions in outpatient settings)

Establishes the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians and Licensed Nutritionists with 9 members (6 licensed dietitians, 1 licensed nutritionist, 1 physician, and 1 public member) appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation for 4-year terms

Requires licensed dietitians to hold a master's or doctoral degree from an accredited program, complete 1,000+ hours of supervised practice, and pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration examination; licensed nutritionists must meet similar education requirements with coursework in clinical sciences and biochemistry and pass the certified nutrition specialist examination

Enacts Georgia's participation in the Dietitian Licensure Compact, allowing licensed dietitians with unencumbered licenses in member states to practice across state lines through a "Compact Privilege" without obtaining separate licenses in each state

Authorizes the board to conduct FBI fingerprint-based criminal background checks on applicants, impose fines up to $500 per violation, and provides exemptions from licensure for certain activities including general nutrition counseling, health coaching, and religious practitioners not providing medical nutrition therapy