The proposed Anesthesiologist Assistant Licensure Act establishes a comprehensive framework for the licensure and regulation of anesthesiologist assistants in Kansas. It defines essential terms, including "anesthesiologist," "anesthesiologist assistant," and "supervising anesthesiologist," while assigning the State Board of Healing Arts the responsibility for overseeing the licensure process. The bill outlines the application and renewal processes for both active and inactive licenses, mandates continuing education for license renewal, and allows for temporary licensure under specific conditions. It also details the fees associated with licensure and establishes criteria for applicants, including educational requirements and the necessity of passing an approved examination.

Additionally, the bill creates an anesthesiologist assistant council to advise the board on licensure matters and revises existing laws to clarify the roles of state agencies in relation to criminal history checks for applicants. It specifies that state and local law enforcement agencies can assist in fingerprinting for license applications and allows the Kansas Bureau of Investigation to charge a fee for conducting these checks. The bill emphasizes the confidentiality of criminal history information and outlines penalties for unauthorized disclosure. Overall, the Anesthesiologist Assistant Licensure Act aims to ensure that anesthesiologist assistants are properly trained, licensed, and held to professional standards, thereby enhancing public health and safety.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 22-4714, 65-1163, 65-28, 65-28a02