HB2251

Requiring the state board of healing arts to grant provisional licensure to certain international physicians with offers of employment at healthcare providers operating in Kansas.

Introduced·2/4/25
Introduced Text

Kansas HB2251 requires the state board of healing arts to grant provisional licensure to international physicians with employment offers in Kansas.

Kansas HB2251 mandates the state board of healing arts to issue provisional licenses to international physicians who have job offers from healthcare providers in Kansas. These physicians must meet specific criteria, including passing the United States medical licensing examination and obtaining federal work authorization if required. Provisional licenses can be converted to full licenses after three years of active practice in Kansas. The board retains the authority to revoke, suspend, or limit these licenses under certain conditions.

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Health and Human Services Committee
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History

Feb 4, 2025

House

House Introduced

Feb 4, 2025

House

House Referred to Committee on Health and Human Services