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GA SB111

GA SB111
"Anesthesiologist Assistant Act"; an anesthesiologist assistant to be appointed in an advisory capacity to the Georgia Composite Medical Board; provide


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Introduced
02/07/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to professions and businesses, so as to enact the "Anesthesiologist Assistant Act"; to provide for an anesthesiologist assistant to be appointed in an advisory capacity to the Georgia Composite Medical Board; to provide for definitions; to provide for powers and duties of the Georgia Composite Medical Board as they relate to anesthesiologist assistants; to provide for licensure rules and requirements; to define the scope of practice for anesthesiologist assistants; to provide for regulation of the profession; to provide for rules and requirements for licensure reinstatement; to provide for penalties for unauthorized practice; to provide for practice during emergencies; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill enacts the "Anesthesiologist Assistant Act" in Georgia. It establishes anesthesiologist assistants as a new licensed profession, providing for their supervision by anesthesiologists, defining their scope of practice, and setting licensure requirements. The bill also allows anesthesiologist assistants to practice during emergency situations and grants the Georgia Composite Medical Board authority to regulate the profession, including through licensing, disciplinary actions, and reinstatement procedures. Overall, the bill creates a framework for the legal recognition and regulation of anesthesiologist assistants in the state.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Senate Recommitted (on 01/08/2024)

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