The proposed bill seeks to update current statutes governing health profession regulatory boards in Arizona by modifying board compositions and appointment processes. Specifically, it reduces the number of licensed professionals on boards, such as the Arizona State Board of Podiatry Examiners and the Chiropractic Board, while increasing the number of public members. For example, the Podiatry Board would see a decrease from three to one licensed podiatrist and an increase of two retired or non-practicing podiatrists. Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for the Governor's appointees to be confirmed by the Senate, allows boards to fill public member vacancies if the Governor does not act within one year, and deems appointees confirmed if the Senate fails to act within the same timeframe.

Moreover, the bill establishes a new oversight council composed of current executive directors of health boards to review market-sensitive actions and mandates comprehensive reporting from health boards by November 1, 2025, detailing their licensing processes and complaint investigations. It also clarifies the appointment process, requiring background checks and setting term limits for board members. The bill aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and public involvement in the regulatory process while ensuring that boards remain functional and representative.

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
House 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