HB 2714 - DIGEST

 

     Strengthens existing regulation of persons offering speech-language and hearing service to the public.

     Creates the state board of speech-language pathology and audiology.

     Directs the board to adopt rules relating to standards for appropriateness of speech-language pathology and audiology care, including dispensing of hearing aids and other devices.

     Provides that the uniform disciplinary act governs the discipline of persons regulated under the act.

     Specifies qualifications for licensing.