The bill amends the Public Health Code by updating the requirements for individuals applying for licensure or registration. It mandates that applicants must provide their Social Security number on the application form, while ensuring that this number is not displayed on their certificate of licensure or registration. Additionally, the bill specifies that the examination for licensure must include essential subjects determined by the relevant board or task force, and establishes that passing scores must be set before the examination is administered.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new requirements for applicants, including the need to disclose any felony or certain misdemeanor convictions, as well as any sanctions imposed by other licensing boards. It also requires specific health professionals to report the names of hospitals they are affiliated with. New provisions include an affidavit confirming that applicants have a written policy for managing medical records and a set of questions regarding the applicant's potential risk to patient safety and their ability to perform essential job functions. Importantly, the bill prohibits inquiries about the mental health of applicants or licensees, except for the specified questions. Lastly, it clarifies that the requirement to provide a Social Security number does not apply to those exempt under law.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.16177