HB 4315
Relating to authorizing the Board of Physical Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule relating to general provisions for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy to create a rule (16 CSR 01) that outlines general provisions for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. The rule, which was previously modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee, covers a range of operational guidelines for these professionals. This legislation ensures the Board has the authority to establish and maintain these standards of practice.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Board of Physical Therapy to promulgate a legislative rule.
- The rule addresses general provisions for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.
- The rule is based on a previous legislative rule modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- The rule is identified as 16 CSR 01.
Who is affected
- Physical Therapists
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Board of Physical Therapy
Notable changes
- Formalizes the Board’s authority to create and maintain a rule regarding general provisions.
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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