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This bill aims to establish a special commission to study alternative-to-discipline programs for health professionals with substance use disorders. The commission will review data and literature on the prevalence of substance use disorders among health professionals, examine the effectiveness of existing rehabilitation programs for pharmacists and nurses, identify potential deterrents to enrollment and completion of these programs, and assess the feasibility of establishing a single, comprehensive, voluntary rehabilitation program for all health professionals licensed, certified, or registered in the state. The commission will make recommendations to reduce stigma, expand access to rehabilitative programs, minimize deterrents, facilitate successful treatment and return to practice, and enhance public health and safety. The report and legislative recommendations from the commission are expected within 180 days of the bill's effective date.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2123