Relative to the regulation of recreational therapists and respiratory...
Relative to the regulation of recreational therapists and respiratory care practitioners and relative to delaying the effective dates of various new procedures for criminal history records checks.
This bill, HB214, aims to regulate the practices of recreational therapists and respiratory care practitioners and to delay the implementation of new criminal history records check procedures. It ensures that these healthcare professionals adhere to certain standards and qualifications, ensuring public safety and quality care.
Those affected by this bill include recreational therapists, respiratory care practitioners, and potentially employers and patients who rely on their services. The changes will ensure that these professionals meet specific criteria, which could affect their ability to practice in the state.
HB214 was introduced on January 7, 2025, and it was signed into law by the Governor on June 23, 2025. It became effective on different dates depending on the sections: Sections 1 and 3 are effective August 22, 2025, while Sections 2 and 4 are effective July 1, 2026. Certain remaining sections were removed on June 23, 2025.