SB 1333

The CNDA has proudly introduced legislation to remove physician oversight requirements for prescribing and allow in-office minor procedures. This modernization of the Naturopathic Doctors Act would align California with ND training standards and match the scope of practice permitted in surrounding states.

SB1333 is authored by Senator Brian Jones, who has been a strong ally and support for us in the past, helping us successfully pass SB994 which allows NDs the ability to provide medical orders to LVNs.

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Steps in the process of passing SB1333

Passing SB 1333 into law requires navigating multiple committee votes before reaching the Governor's desk. Download a visual guide to the process

  • - Secure legislative author

    - Draft bill language

    - Begin early relationship building

  • - Bill is introduced and assigned a number

    - Referred to policy committee

  • - Schedule meetings with legislators and staff

    - Submit letters and fact sheets

    - Build coalition support

  • - First major vote

    - Staff analysis released

    - Testimony presented

  • - Often Appropriations

    - Additional advocacy and review

  • - Full chamber vote

    - Majority required

  • - Policy committee

    - Appropriations

    - Floor vote

  • - Governor signs, vetoes, or allows bill to become law