HB 4219
Relating to authorizing the Department of Health to promulgate a legislative rule relating to clinical laboratory practitioner licensure.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Department of Health to create and implement a set of rules governing the licensing of clinical laboratory practitioners. Specifically, it builds upon existing authority to allow the Department to develop detailed regulations for this area of healthcare. The rules will be subject to review by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee. This legislation ensures consistent standards and oversight for clinical laboratory practices within the state.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Health to develop rules for clinical laboratory practitioner licensure.
- Refers to existing authority under §16-1-4 of the Code of West Virginia.
- Requires the Department of Health to modify the rules based on feedback from the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- Designates 64 CSR 57 as the specific rule area related to clinical laboratory practitioner licensure.
Who is affected
- Clinical Laboratory Practitioners
- West Virginia Department of Health
- Healthcare Providers Utilizing Clinical Laboratories
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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