HB 22-1213

House Bill 22-1213, which has been signed into law, extends the regulation of speech-language pathologists in Colorado for another 11 years until September 1, 2033. It also allows the director to extend temporary certifications beyond the usual two-year limit and adds insurance fraud as a reason for disciplinary action against these professionals. This affects speech-language pathologists who are licensed or seeking certification in Colorado. Since it has been signed, the bill is now law and its provisions will be enforced.

Official Summary

The act implements the recommendations of the department of regulatory agencies (department), as specified in the department's sunset review of the "Speech-language Pathology Practice Act", as follows: Continues the practice act for 11 years, until September 1, 2033; Allows the director of the division of professions and occupations in the department to extend a provisional certification beyond 24 months; and Specifies that insurance fraud and abuse are grounds for discipline.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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