Bill > B26-0250

This bill amends the District of Columbia Health Occupations Revision Act to create a temporary exemption for foreign healthcare professionals who accompany international sports teams competing in the District of Columbia. The exemption allows these healthcare professionals to provide medical care to their team's athletes, support staff, and coaching personnel without obtaining a DC medical license, but with specific restrictions: the exemption is limited to 30 consecutive days, applies only to care provided at the team's basecamp, lodging, training sites, and competition venues within the District, and explicitly prohibits practicing at any healthcare clinics or facilities in DC. This emergency amendment is designed to facilitate medical support for international athletic teams during their competitions in the District, recognizing that these healthcare professionals are already licensed in their home countries and are providing specialized care to their specific team. The act will take effect upon mayoral approval and will remain in effect for up to 90 days, which is standard for emergency legislative measures in the District of Columbia.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0250