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MA S1547
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Jehlen
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AI Summary
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Amends language in Chapter 112, Section 267 to replace "controlled substance or prescription drug under chapter 94C" with "Schedule I-V controlled substance," clarifying the scope of substances relevant to naturopathic practice
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Expands licensing qualification requirements in Section 268 to recognize state exams that existed prior to 1987 as acceptable equivalents for naturopathic registration
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Adds alternative pathway in Section 269 allowing candidates to qualify through a state exam that existed prior to 1987, in addition to board-approved examinations
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Filed by Senator Patricia D. Jehlen (Second Middlesex) on January 15, 2025, and referred to the Public Health committee
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Similar legislation was previously filed in the 2023-2024 session as Senate No. 1383
Legislative Description
Relative to the board of registration in naturopathy
Last Action
Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
3/12/2026