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Committee approves bill clarifying licensure exemption for traditional healers, 4–1

Senate Business and Labor Standing Committee · February 25, 2026
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Summary

The Senate committee voted 4–1 to recommend House Bill 277, which clarifies that traditional healing providers are not required to obtain state licenses when practicing within defined traditional scopes; proponents cited cultural access and harm reduction while one senator held a negative vote.

The Senate Business and Labor Committee voted 4–1 on Feb. 25 to favorably recommend House Bill 277, which clarifies that individuals providing traditional healing services within a defined scope are exempt from state licensure requirements.

Representative Fitzmaud told the committee the measure is intended to protect cultural wellness practices—such…

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