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The 194th General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Bill S.253 194th (Current)

An Act relative to modernizing licensure of dietitians and nutritionists

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 253) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation to modernize licensure of dietitians and nutritionists by creating a Dietetics and Nutrition board. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

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Bill Information

Presenter:
Jason M. Lewis
Status:
Referred to Joint Committee on Public Health

Updates sections in the general laws pertaining to nutritionist and dietitians, including the nutrition board under EOHHS, the board of registration of dietitians and nutritionists, as well as the sections pertaining to the registration of dietitian and nutritionist occupations. This includes updated and expanded definitions, education requirements, licensing and examination, license reciprocation between states, and prohibited practices.
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