Florida Naturopathy Sunrise Act (SB 542)

The Frame

What this does

The bill would have created a new regulatory framework for naturopaths, requiring them to obtain state licenses, maintain liability insurance, and meet continuing education standards to legally practice in Florida.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Naturopaths

The bill would have required them to obtain state licensure, meet educational standards, and adhere to a defined scope of practice.

Florida Department of Health

The department would have been responsible for administering the new licensing program and overseeing the Board of Naturopathy.

Patients

Patients would have had access to state-regulated naturopathic care, with the bill establishing standards for professional competency and safety.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill proposed re-establishing a state licensing program for naturopaths in Florida, creating a new Board of Naturopathy to oversee the profession, and defining the specific scope of practice and educational requirements for licensed practitioners. The legislation would have set strict limits on what naturopaths could treat, explicitly prohibiting them from practicing surgery, prescribing s, or performing invasive procedures.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'legend drug' in the context of this bill?

A is a medication that requires a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider, such as antibiotics, antivirals, or hormonal therapies. The bill explicitly prohibited naturopaths from prescribing these.

Could a naturopath have performed surgery under this bill?

No. The bill explicitly listed surgery and surgical procedures as outside the scope of practice for a licensed naturopath.

What titles could a licensed naturopath use?

Licensed practitioners could use titles including 'naturopath,' 'traditional naturopath,' 'naturopathic practitioner,' 'licensed naturopath,' 'L.N.,' or 'N.D.' They were prohibited from using 'naturopathic medical doctor' or 'naturopathic physician.'

Why It Matters

The bill would have created a new regulatory framework for naturopaths, requiring them to obtain state licenses, maintain liability insurance, and meet continuing education standards to legally practice in Florida.

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Professional Regulation Attempt

The bill attempted to move naturopathy from an unregulated or loosely regulated status to a formal, state-licensed profession under the Department of Health.

Board of Naturopathy Department of Health