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This bill establishes the Patient Privacy and Medical Recording Protection Act, which aims to safeguard patient privacy in medical settings by creating strict regulations around recording and sharing medical information. The legislation prohibits patients, visitors, and other individuals from using video, audio, or other recording equipment in physicians' offices or medical facilities without the express consent of all parties involved, with some limited exceptions for authorized training recordings or legal proceedings. The bill mandates that medical facilities display prominent signage about recording prohibitions and imposes significant financial penalties for violations, including fines up to $5,000 for unauthorized recordings by individuals and up to $10,000 for medical professionals who improperly share identifiable patient information. Medical information, including images, videos, or recordings, cannot be shared with other professionals or third parties unless the information is completely anonymized or the patient provides explicit written consent. The State Board of Medical Licensure will be responsible for enforcing the act, investigating complaints, and submitting annual reports to the Legislature. Patients and medical providers can file complaints about unauthorized recordings or data sharing, and medical professionals may face license suspension for repeated violations. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing time for medical facilities and professionals to prepare for the new requirements.

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