HB 4126

Abstract

Amends the Naprapathic Practice Act. Removes all references in the Act to the Naprapathic Examining Committee. Allows the Department to take action, including imposing fines not to exceed $10,000 per violation, if the individual meets the requirements for grounds for disciplinary action. Permits the Department to disclose information and documents related to an examination or investigation of a licensee or applicant only to law enforcement officials, other regulatory agencies that have an appropriate regulatory interest as determined by the Secretary, or a party presenting a lawful subpoena to the Department. Makes changes in provisions concerning definitions; educational and professional qualifications for licensure; title and designation of licensed naprapaths; powers and duties of the Department; rules; reports; Social Security Numbers on license application; renewal, reinstatement, restoration of licenses; military service; fees; roster; advertising; grounds for disciplinary action; refusal, revocation, and suspension; returned checks; fees; injunctions; cease and desist orders; investigation; notice; hearings; formal hearings; preservation of record; subpoenas; oaths; findings of fact, conclusions of laws, and recommendations; hearing officer; service of report; rehearing; order; substantial justice to be done; rehearing; order or certified copy as prima facie proof; restoration of licenses; imminent danger to public; summary suspension; provision concerning certifying records to the Court; and the Administrative Procedure Act. Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act to extend the repeal of the Naprapathic Practice Act from January 1, 2013 to January 1, 2023. Effective immediately.