Senator Ball, primary bill sponsor, introduced House Bill 26-1042, which allows occupational therapists to perform dry needling, if qualified and with written informed consent from the patient. The Department of Regulatory Agencies must establish all necessary requirements and process any complaints.

Ms. Lara Lee Hullinghorst, representing Acupuncture Association of Colorado, testified in a neutral position on the bill.

Dr. Molly Hahn-Floyd, representing Occupational Therapy Association of Colorado, testified in support of the bill. Mr. Evan Bo, representing themself, testified in support of the bill. Monica Sutherland, representing DORA Division of Professions and Occupations, was available to answer committee questions. Dr. Rebekah Griffith, representing APTA Colorado, testified in support of the bill.

Committee members asked the panel questions.

The primary bill sponsor provided closing remarks.