Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1174: Relating to the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists; prescribing an effective date.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1174 is a bill introduced in the Oregon Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists; prescribing an effective date. Primary sponsor: Deb Patterson (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 28, 2025): In committee upon adjournment.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
</b> </i>] Directs the Health Licensing Office to issue a <b>nutritionist</b> license [<i>to engage in the practice of nutrition</i>] to a qualified applicant. Changes the requirements <b>to qualify</b> for a <b>dietitian</b> license [<i>to engage in the practice of dietetics</i>]. Defines<b> "medical nutrition therapy,"</b> the "practice of dietetics" and the "practice of nutrition." Changes the name of the Board of Licensed Dietitians to the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists. Allows a licensed dietitian and a licensed nutritionist to provide services via telehealth. Prohibits a person from [<i>engaging in the practice of dietetics or the practice of nutrition</i>] <b>providing medical nutrition therapy</b>, or from using specified titles and abbreviations, without a license. Makes exceptions to the licensure requirement. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deb Patterson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Daniel Bonham | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| David Gomberg | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- In committee upon adjournment.
- Referred to Ways and Means by order of the President.
- Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be referred to Ways and Means. (Printed A-Eng.)
- Work Session held.
- Public Hearing held.
- Referred to Health Care.
- Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.