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2016 SESSION
HB 574 Dietitians and nutritionists; clarifies the situations under which they may practice.
Introduced by: Roxann L. Robinson | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles | history
SUMMARY AS PASSED HOUSE:
Dietitians and nutritionists. Provides that a person who meets certain requirements may hold himself out as a dietitian or nutritionist, provided that he is employed by or under contract to a government agency and practices solely within the scope of such employment. The bill also defines "nutritional genomics" and requires a dietician or nutritionist who receives nutritional genomics testing information to maintain such information in accordance with applicable federal and state law. In addition, the bill updates the names of organizations from which dieticians and nutritionists are authorized to receive professional certifications in order to practice in Virginia.
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Dietitians and nutritionists. Clarifies the situations under which a dietitian or nutritionist may practice and provides that the professional scope of practice of dietitians and nutritionists includes the practice of nutritional genomics, which is defined in the bill. In addition, the bill updates the names of organizations from which dieticians and nutritionists are authorized to receive professional certifications in order to practice in Virginia.