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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
02/07/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/64113 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/214950 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/213924 |
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