Physicians would complete nutrition training each renewal cycle

The occupational therapy board would be covered by the state provision for criminal history record checks. The coverage applies to applicants, licensees, and investigations under chapters 43-40 and 43-40.1. The act says this provision takes effect when it is filed with the secretary of state.

The medical board would require every licensed physician to complete at least one hour of education on nutrition and metabolic health. The requirement applies to every physician licensed in North Dakota. The education must be completed during each license renewal cycle. Physicians still must meet the board's other continuing education rules and provide proof before renewing a license. The requirement applies to each renewal cycle after the act takes effect upon filing with the secretary of state.

Health-related occupation boards would consider requiring their licensees to complete nutrition-related continuing education. The statement applies to boards regulating health occupations under title 43 and to their licensees. This is legislative intent, not a direct order requiring the boards to adopt such a rule. The stated purpose is preventing and reducing chronic disease. The act says it takes effect when filed with the secretary of state, but it sets no deadline for board consideration.