Alaska
House Bill (HB) 351 would enjoin Alaska in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). This compact allows registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPNs/VNs) to practice in other compact states.
Senate Bill (SB) 89 would allow physician assistants (PAs) to have independent practice.
California
Assembly Bill (AB) 2398 would authorize the Medical Board of California to issue a temporary license to recent medical school graduates who have not completed a residency to practice medicine under supervision.
Delaware
HB 191 prohibits nonhuman entities, including AI, from obtaining a license or certifications to practice certain healthcare professions in Delaware.
Georgia
Senate Bill (SB) 162 — Automated Credentialing System for Health Care Providers: Governor Brian Kemp signed this bill into law May 5. It requires the Georgia Composite Medical Board to upgrade its data management system to automate and streamline licensing and credentialing for healthcare providers, including physicians, physician assistants, and anesthesiologist assistants. The system is intended to reduce redundant credentialing across facilities and must be operational by January 1, 2027, subject to dedicated funding.
House Bill (HB) 571 — Licensing of Radiologist Assistants: This legislation, which was signed by Governor Kemp May 5 establishes a licensing framework for radiologist assistants in Georgia. It requires licensure to practice, sets minimum qualifications, and permits licensed radiologist assistants to perform advanced diagnostic procedures under supervision. The law expressly prohibits radiologist assistants from interpreting images, making diagnoses, or prescribing treatments. It also creates renewal, continuing education, disciplinary, and advisory committee provisions.
Illinois
HB 4779 / SB 3238 would allow advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to administer radiation to patients and supervise radiation administration
Iowa
Senate File (SF) 2190 would change the name of physician assistants to “physician associates.”
Kentucky
House Concurrent Resolution (HCR) 114 is a resolution that emphasizes the importance of having a physician present in every emergency room.
Maryland
SB 915 requires individuals performing limited X-ray procedures to meet specific training, experience, and examination requirements, and mandates registration with the State Board of Physicians, including ongoing education and background checks.
Michigan
SB 303 would enjoin Michigan into the interstate medical licensure compact.
Rhode Island
SB 2458 would require the state to implement the Interstate Medical Licensure by July 1, 2026.