Louisiana Board of Chiropractic Examiners
(Public Information)
The Louisiana Board of Chiropractic Examiners creates rules to protect the public, ensure safe chiropractic practice, and carry out Louisiana law. The rulemaking process is open to the public and follows the Louisiana Administrative Procedure Act.
1. Board Identifies a Need
The Board may propose a new rule or a change to an existing rule when:
- Laws change
- Licensing or practice standards need clarification
- Public safety concerns arise
- Procedures need improvement
The Board discusses the issue at a public meeting and votes to begin rulemaking.
2. Drafting the Proposed Rule
The Board prepares draft language that explains what the rule will do and how it affects chiropractors and the public.
3. Notice of Intent (NOI)
The proposed rule is published in the Louisiana Register as a Notice of Intent. This notice
includes:
- The full text of the proposed rule
- A summary of its purpose
- Instructions for submitting public comments
- Information about any public hearing
A minimum of 30-day public comment period is required.
4. Public Comment Period
Anyone may submit written comments. If a hearing is requested, the Board will hold one. All
comments are reviewed before the rule is finalized.
5. Board Review and Final Adoption
After the comment period, the Board reviews all feedback, makes any needed changes, and votes
on the final rule language.
6. Legislative Oversight
The final rule is sent to the appropriate legislative oversight committees for review.
7. Final Publication
Once approved, the rule is published as a Final Rule in the Louisiana Register. The publication includes the effective date. A rule cannot be enforced until it is published as a Final Rule.
8. Implementation
The Board updates its website, forms, and guidance documents. Licensees and the public are notified of any changes.