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SB 239

ASTC-ANESTHESIA SERVICES

104th Regular Session Introduced by Javier Cervantes and 5 co-sponsors

SB 239 regulates anesthesia services in Illinois, likely modifying scope of practice, licensure, or supervision standards for anesthesia providers.

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Bill Summary · SB 239

Legislative bill overview

SB 239 addresses the provision of anesthesia services in Illinois, likely involving regulations, licensure, or scope of practice for anesthesia-related professions. The bill is currently in the early legislative stage, assigned to the Licensed Activities committee as of January 2026.

Why is this important

Anesthesia services are critical to surgical procedures, pain management, and patient safety. Changes to how these services are regulated, who can provide them, or under what conditions they're delivered can affect healthcare access, costs, and patient outcomes across the state. This is particularly significant given ongoing healthcare workforce challenges.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice expansion: Whether the bill expands anesthesia services to nurse anesthetists or other non-physician providers, which could create conflict with anesthesiologists regarding credentials and oversight
  • Supervision requirements: Disagreement over whether anesthesia services require direct physician supervision or can operate more independently, affecting both safety protocols and labor costs
  • Rural healthcare access: Questions about whether changes increase or decrease access to anesthesia services in underserved areas versus urban centers

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

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