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IL HB4665

Bill

Status

Passed

5/27/2022

Primary Sponsor

Theresa Mah

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Origin

House of Representatives

102nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Moves the Dietitian Nutritionist Practice Act sunset date from January 1, 2023 to January 1, 2028 and removes it from the January 1, 2023 repeal list.

  • Expands the definition of regulated practice to emphasize "medical nutrition therapy" and adds new definitions for telehealth/telepractice, nutrition assessment, nutrition care services, and other nutrition-related services.

  • Requires applicants and licensees to provide and maintain valid mailing and email addresses of record with the Department, with notification of changes required within 14 days.

  • Modifies board composition to increase registered dietitian members from 2 to 4 and adjusts requirements for other credential holders eligible for licensure.

  • Adds grandfathering protections for individuals already licensed as dietitians, allowing them to maintain licenses without meeting new education, experience, or exam requirements beyond those originally required.

Legislative Description

DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST-SUNSET

Last Action

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 102-0945

5/27/2022

Committee Referrals

Health Care Licenses4/5/2022
Rules4/5/2022
Licensed Activities3/22/2022
Assignments3/16/2022
Licensed Activities3/16/2022
Assignments3/16/2022
Health Care Licenses3/2/2022
Rules3/1/2022
Health Care Licenses2/9/2022
Rules1/21/2022

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