House Bill 1490 has been introduced and referred to the House Professional Licensure Committee. This bill would allow licensed acupuncturists from other states to temporarily practice acupuncture during continuing education events or a state of emergency. It also requires acupuncturists to obtain 30 hours of continuing education hours every two years. The bill can be read at https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billInfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2023&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1490
All Pennsylvania acupuncturists are requested to contact their state representative and voice their support for this bill. Legislators can be found by entering your address at https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/home/findyourlegislator/