SB2496

Illinois SB2496 extends the sunset date of the Illinois Physical Therapy Act to January 1, 2031.

Illinois SB2496 amends the Regulatory Sunset Act to change the repeal date of the Illinois Physical Therapy Act from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2031. The bill also updates the Physical Therapy Act by changing references from "Director" to "Secretary," modifying provisions concerning legislative intent, definitions, physical therapy services, dry needling, licensure, and disciplinary actions. Key provisions include the requirement for physical therapists to notify a patient's treating health care professional within five business days if services are provided without a referral.