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MA S1229

To establish a medical dosimetrist commission


summary

Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a medical dosimetrist commission. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a medical dosimetrist commission to study the advisability of creating licensure or certification requirements for individuals practicing dosimetry in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The commission will consist of members from the state legislature, the Department of Public Health, practicing medical dosimetrists, radiation therapy physicians, and a patient advocacy representative. The commission is tasked with conducting public hearings, providing staff and resources, and submitting a final report with recommendations, including potential guidelines for full and conditional licensing of dosimetrists, to the Joint Committee on Public Health by December 31, 2020. The commission may also make interim reports as appropriate.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2547 (on 02/20/2020)

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