Proponents tell committee licensure for naturopathic doctors would expand workforce while preserving limits
Supporters of SB 385 told the Senate Health Committee that licensure would create title protection, require accredited doctoral education and national exams, and allow qualified naturopathic doctors to diagnose and order labs under a regulated framework; witnesses emphasized scope exclusions and consumer protections.
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Proponents of Senate Bill 385 told the Senate Health Committee the bill establishes a licensure framework for naturopathic doctors under the State Medical Board that would require accredited doctoral education, passage of the NPLEX exam, and clean professional records.
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