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NY A10187
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ron Kim
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AI Summary
- Licensed acupuncturists in New York must complete 45 hours of continuing education every three-year registration period, with at least 15 hours required each year
- Courses must be approved by the National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCBAHM) or a department-recognized successor entity
- Exemptions apply to newly licensed acupuncturists during their first registration period, those not in public practice, and those with health issues, military service, or other good cause approved by the department
- A $45 mandatory continuing education fee is required each triennial period in addition to standard registration fees
- Failure to complete requirements may result in conditional registration (up to one year) or disciplinary proceedings; practicing without proper registration constitutes misconduct
Legislative Description
Requires acupuncturists registered with the state to complete 45 hours of mandatory continuing education requirements every registration period; specifies acceptable courses of continuing education; provides exceptions.
Last Action
referred to higher education
2/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Higher Education2/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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