An Act relative to physician assistant interstate compact
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish an interstate compact for physician assistants, allowing them to practice across state lines with a standardized level of regulation. Currently, physician assistants must meet the specific requirements of each state in which they wish to practice, which can create barriers to providing care in other states. The compact aims to streamline this process and improve access to healthcare services for patients.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for interstate practice of physician assistants.
- Sets standards for licensure and supervision.
- Allows for reciprocal recognition of licenses between participating states.
- Addresses issues related to scope of practice and patient safety.
- Facilitates the portability of physician assistant licenses.
Who is affected
- Physician Assistants
- Patients
- State Medical Boards
- Healthcare Providers
- Healthcare Systems
Notable changes
- Reduces barriers to practicing across state lines for physician assistants.
- Promotes greater efficiency in licensure processes.
- Potentially expands access to healthcare services in underserved areas.
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16 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Jacob R. Oliveira
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