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HB 150

SUPERVISION OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jenifer Jones and 1 co-sponsor

HB 150 modifies New Mexico's physician assistant supervision requirements, affecting PA practice independence and healthcare access across the state.

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Bill Summary · HB 150

Legislative bill overview

HB 150 addresses the regulatory framework for physician assistant (PA) supervision in New Mexico. The bill appears to modify existing oversight requirements, though specific provisions are unclear given its early legislative stage. This represents an effort to update PA practice standards in the state.

Why is this important

Supervision requirements directly affect PA autonomy, healthcare access in underserved areas, and patient care quality. Changes to these regulations can influence where PAs can practice independently, how many patients they can see, and their ability to work in rural or specialty settings. This impacts both the healthcare workforce and consumer access to medical services.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice autonomy: Debates over how much independent authority PAs should have versus mandatory physician oversight
  • Rural healthcare access: Whether reduced supervision requirements help expand care in underserved communities or creates quality/safety concerns
  • Professional competition: Potential opposition from physicians concerned about economic impact or patient volume, versus support from PA associations seeking practice expansion

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

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