The proposed bill seeks to amend current statutes governing health profession regulatory boards in Arizona by reducing the number of licensed professionals on these boards while increasing the representation of public members. For example, the number of licensed pharmacists on the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy would decrease from six to three, while the number of public members would rise from two to five. Additionally, the bill introduces a mechanism for boards to fill public member vacancies by majority vote if the Governor does not act within one year, and it stipulates that appointees are automatically deemed confirmed if the Senate fails to act within the same timeframe.

Moreover, the bill establishes new requirements for board members, including that at least 50% must be individuals who have never had their licenses revoked or suspended. It mandates comprehensive reporting from health boards by November 1, 2025, detailing their licensing processes and complaint investigations. The bill also creates a Council to review market-sensitive actions taken by health boards, ensuring transparency and accountability. Overall, these updates aim to enhance governance, oversight, and public involvement in the regulatory process for health profession boards in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-802, 32-901, 32-1203, 32-1402, 32-1502, 32-1602, 32-1672, 32-1702, 32-1801, 32-1902, 32-2002, 32-2062, 32-2502, 32-2902, 32-3252, 32-3402, 32-3502, 32-3902, 32-4102, 36-446.02, 41-1750, 92-544, 32-1213, 38-211, 32-1405, 32-2071, 32-2912
Senate Engrossed Version: 32-802, 32-901, 32-1203, 32-1402, 32-1502, 32-1602, 32-1672, 32-1702, 32-1801, 32-1902, 32-2002, 32-2062, 32-2502, 32-2902, 32-3252, 32-3402, 32-3502, 32-3902, 32-4102, 32-4202, 36-446.02, 38-211, 41-1750, 92-544, 32-1213, 32-1405, 32-2071, 32-2912