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. You can read our position paper here [link to attached SB1333 Fact Sheet] and access the full text of the bill here [link to. https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1333/2025]

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 and ND ability to provide medical orders to LVNs.

Steps in the process of passing SB1333

  • - 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