Bill > H993

This bill establishes a formal process for the Health Policy Commission (HPC) to review proposals that would change the scope of practice for health care providers, which refers to the services a licensed professional is allowed to provide. When the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing (the committee) requests it, the HPC must review and evaluate these proposals, considering factors like cost-effectiveness, impact on access to care, safety and efficacy, availability of training and qualified providers, and regulatory feasibility. The HPC has 180 days to issue a report with recommendations, including whether the legislature should enact the proposal as submitted or as amended by the HPC. The bill also outlines specific legislative procedures for considering these proposals once the HPC has reported, including limitations on debate and amendments, and ensures public notification of reviews.