Healing arts; terms; legislative findings; protections; practitioners; penalties; effective date.

HB 1145 protects unlicensed practitioners of indigenous healing therapies and complementary alternative practices (like naturopathy, massage, or herbal medicine) from violating health laws, provided they don’t falsely claim licensure or perform prohibited acts. The bill explicitly prohibits practitioners from performing surgery, prescribing drugs, diagnosing medical conditions, or making false claims about their credentials. It applies to those using culturally specific healing methods historically practiced by indigenous communities or alternative approaches, without requiring state licensure for these specific services. The law becomes effective November 1, 2025, and violations may lead to administrative or legal action.