LD2233

An Act to Combine the Board of Licensure in Medicine and Board of Osteopathic Licensure into a Single Licensing Board for All Physicians and Physician Associates

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Establishes the Maine Board of Medicine to combine the Board of Licensure in Medicine and Board of Osteopathic Licensure.

The bill establishes the Maine Board of Medicine, combining the Board of Licensure in Medicine and Board of Osteopathic Licensure. The new board will oversee the licensing and regulation of all physicians and physician associates in the state. The bill outlines the board's composition, powers, duties, and procedures. It also transfers the property, equipment, and employees of the former boards to the new board. The bill requires the former boards to submit a report to the Governor and Legislature by January 31, 2027, on the merger planning and any suggested legislation.

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Calendar

Mar 25

1:30 PM

Hearing

Mar 18

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Apr 13

Senate

Report READ and ACCEPTED.

Apr 13

Senate

READ ONCE

Apr 13

Senate

Committee Amendment "A" (H-1025) READ.