Bill > HB4255

This bill modifies the Texas Medical Board's regulations regarding physician licensing and disciplinary actions, specifically addressing how the board handles license applications and renewals for individuals with felony convictions. The bill introduces a new provision that allows the board to potentially issue or maintain a medical license for a person convicted of a nonviolent property felony, provided certain conditions are met. These conditions include: the person was previously licensed in Texas before the conviction, has served their sentence, completed any court-ordered community service or deferred disposition, paid applicable fines or restitution, and remains otherwise eligible to practice medicine. The bill defines a "nonviolent property felony" as a felony that does not involve intentional or threatened use of force against another person, such as property crimes outlined in specific chapters of the Texas Penal Code. The bill amends existing language to create more nuanced guidelines for license denial or revocation, giving the board more discretion in cases involving felony convictions while maintaining the overall goal of protecting public health and ensuring physician competence. The act will take effect 91 days after the end of the legislative session.

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