Health: licensing; sanctions for performing gender reassignment procedures or treatment to minors; provide for. Amends secs. 16221 & 16226 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16221 & 333.16226). TIE BAR WITH: SB 289'25
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Overview
This bill amends Michigan law regarding the licensing of health professionals, specifically targeting sanctions for those performing gender reassignment procedures or treatment on minors. It strengthens disciplinary procedures for health professionals by expanding the list of grounds for sanctions, including convictions for certain crimes and violations of ethical standards. The bill aims to protect minors and ensure the safety and competence of healthcare providers.
Key provisions
- Expands the list of grounds for disciplinary action against health professionals, including convictions for specific crimes and violations of ethical standards.
- Specifically prohibits gender reassignment procedures or treatment to minors unless otherwise specified.
- Clarifies sanctions for violations, including probation, suspension, revocation, and fines.
- Establishes a process for disciplinary subcommittees to determine sanctions, including the potential for permanent revocation.
- Requires a finding of a pattern of intentional misconduct for permanent revocation in certain cases.
- Creates a fine structure for specific violations, including those related to financial gain and patient harm.
- Links the bill's effective date to the passage of Senate Bill 289.
- Mandates reporting of changes in name or address by licensees.
Who is affected
- Health professionals (licensees, registrants, applicants)
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