Bill
SB 2669
Overview: SB 2669, titled "Anesthesiologist assistants; provide for licensure and regulations by Board of Medical Licensure", was introduced on March 13, 2025. The bill aimed to es
Overview: SB 2669, titled "Anesthesiologist assistants; provide for licensure and regulations by Board of Medical Licensure", was introduced on March 13, 2025. The bill aimed to establish a licensing and regulatory framework for anesthesiologist assistants in the state.
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this legislation was to recognize anesthesiologist assistants as a distinct healthcare profession and provide a pathway for their licensure and oversight. By establishing licensing requirements and regulations, the bill sought to ensure the competency and safety of anesthesiologist assistants practicing in the state.
Key Provisions:
- Defines the scope of practice and qualifications for anesthesiologist assistants
- Requires anesthesiologist assistants to obtain a license from the Board of Medical Licensure
- Establishes licensing fees, renewal requirements, and disciplinary procedures
- Outlines the supervisory role of licensed anesthesiologists in the practice of anesthesiologist assistants
Affected Parties and Impacts: The passage of this bill would have directly impacted:
- Anesthesiologist assistants, who would be required to obtain a state license to practice
- Anesthesiologists, who would be responsible for supervising the work of licensed anesthesiologist assistants
- Patients receiving anesthesia services, who would benefit from the increased oversight and regulation of this healthcare profession
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: SB 2669 was introduced in the state legislature on March 13, 2025 but ultimately died in committee. The bill did not progress further in the legislative process, and no licensing framework for anesthesiologist assistants was established.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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