H459
An Act enhancing podiatric profession's registration and oversight
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen the regulation and oversight of podiatrists in Massachusetts. It seeks to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the Board of Registration in Podiatry, ensuring greater accountability and patient protection. The bill updates the existing framework to align with current professional standards and practices within the field. It also establishes a process for reviewing and potentially modifying the board’s regulations.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the authority and responsibilities of the Board of Registration in Podiatry.
- Establishes procedures for reviewing and updating podiatric regulations.
- Addresses oversight mechanisms for podiatric practices.
- Updates references to relevant sections of the General Laws.
Who is affected
- Podiatrists in Massachusetts
- Patients receiving podiatric care
- The Board of Registration in Podiatry
- The Board of Registration in Medicine
Notable changes
- Updates the legal framework governing podiatric practice in Massachusetts.
- Potentially strengthens the regulatory oversight of podiatrists.
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Primary sponsor
John H. Rogers
Cosponsor
John H. Rogers
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Bill H.459 194th (Current)
An Act enhancing podiatric profession's registration and oversight
By Representative Rogers of Norwood, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 459) of John H. Rogers relative to the board of registration in podiatry within the board of registration in medicine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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Presenter: John H. Rogers
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.459
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 11/6/2025 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H4677 |
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