Dra. Daisy Quirós Franceschi como Miembro de la Junta de Licenciamiento y Disciplina Médica.

2025-2028 Session

The bill seeks to appoint Dr. Daisy Quirós Franceschi to Puerto Rico’s Medical Licensing and Disciplinary Board, influencing medical licensure governance and discipline.

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Summary of NM 403 (Session 2025-2028) – Jurisdiction: Puerto Rico

Purpose and intent

The bill proposes the nomination and appointment of Dr. Daisy Quirós Franceschi as a member of the Medical Licensing and Disciplinary Board (Junta de Licenciamiento y Disciplina Médica) in Puerto Rico.

The document reflects a formal nomination by the Governor (Fortaleza) and is presented for “counsel and consent” of the Senate of Puerto Rico, consistent with constitutional and legal procedures for executive appointments.

Key provisions and changes

Appointment: Dr. Daisy Quirós Franceschi would become a member of the Medical Licensing and Disciplinary Board. The bill endorses her nomination and seeks approval from the Senate.

Governance framework: The change affects the composition of the Medical Licensing and Disciplinary Board, potentially influencing its governance, disciplinary processes, and regulatory oversight of medical licensure in Puerto Rico.

Procedural filing: The nomination is transmitted through official channels (from the Governor’s office, La Fortaleza) and is subject to the standard Senate confirmation process.

Who/what would be affected

Primary: Dr. Daisy Quirós Franceschi, as an appointed board member.

Regulatory body: The Medical Licensing and Disciplinary Board of Puerto Rico, whose duties include licensure, discipline, and regulation of medical professionals within Puerto Rico.

Broader impact: Medical practitioners and the public in Puerto Rico could experience changes in board decisions, disciplinary procedures, and licensure oversight depending on how the board’s composition and leadership influence policy interpretation and enforcement.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Action history indicates:

Nomination date: May 6, 2026 (Nominated)
Referral: May 6, 2026 (Referred to Senate committees)

Next steps (typical process): Senate committees would review the nomination, potentially hold hearings, and vote on advice and consent. If approved, the nomination would proceed to a full Senate vote for confirmation.

Administrative notes

The document is a formal gubernatorial nomination letter dated May 4, 2026, transmitted to the President of the Senate, requesting the Senate’s advice and consent.

Source formatting indicates standard Puerto Rico executive-branch to-legislative-branch nomination workflow.

Potential impact considerations

If confirmed, Dr. Quirós Franceschi’s tenure could shape deliberations and disciplinary standards within the medical licensing framework.

The extent of impact depends on her role (e.g., voting member, committee assignment) and the board’s current regulatory priorities at the time of clarification in accompanying statutory provisions or board bylaws.