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HB 40

AN ACT relating to the regulation of medical imaging and radiation therapy.

2025 Regular Session

Kentucky bill HB 40 regulates medical imaging and radiation therapy services; currently in committee review with specific provisions not yet publicly detailed.

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Bill Summary · HB 40

Legislative bill overview

HB 40 is a Kentucky bill relating to the regulation of medical imaging and radiation therapy services. The bill was introduced in January 2025 and is currently under review by the House Committee on Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations. Without access to the full text, the specific regulatory changes, licensing requirements, or operational standards being proposed cannot be detailed.

Why is this important

Medical imaging and radiation therapy are critical diagnostic and treatment tools affecting patient safety and healthcare quality. How these services are regulated directly impacts equipment standards, practitioner qualifications, patient safety protocols, and potentially healthcare costs across Kentucky's medical system.

Potential points of contention

  • Licensing and credentialing standards – Whether proposed requirements adequately protect patients while remaining feasible for healthcare facilities to implement
  • Economic burden on providers – New regulatory compliance costs may disproportionately affect rural hospitals or smaller medical practices
  • Scope of practice definitions – Disputes may arise over which professionals can operate imaging/therapy equipment and under what supervision levels

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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