HB253

License advanced practice respiratory therapists

Chamber Passed·11/12/25

Ohio HB253 regulates advanced practice respiratory therapists.

Ohio HB253 outlines the requirements for advanced practice respiratory therapists, including supervision by a physician, limitations on prescription authority, and specific conditions for practice. It also establishes a confidential monitoring program for impaired practitioners and sets penalties for violations related to dangerous drugs. The bill includes provisions for telehealth services, emphasizing patient confidentiality and the need for informed consent. It further details the process for license suspension, restoration, and the handling of impaired practitioners.

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  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 96–0 · Nov 12, 2025
Current
Health Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

96 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Nov 5, 2025

10:00 AM

House Health Young, 4th Hearing PV

Oct 22, 2025

10:30 AM

House Health Young, 3rd Hearing, Opp/IP Testimony

History

Nov 19, 2025

Senate

Referred to committee: Health

Nov 18, 2025

Senate

Introduced

Nov 12, 2025

House

Passed