This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to update licensing requirements for graduates of foreign medical schools and introduces a framework for limited licenses for these practitioners. It establishes that the board must issue a limited license to individuals who have practiced medicine for at least 60 months outside the U.S., have an offer to work in a collaborative agreement within a hospital or clinical setting, and provide services in designated rural or underserved urban areas. Additionally, the bill mandates that limited license holders submit periodic certifications to the medical board and outlines the conditions under which they can transition to a full and unrestricted medical license.

Furthermore, the bill requires employers of limited license holders to provide medical malpractice insurance and ensures that these employers cannot retaliate against employees who raise complaints regarding compliance with this requirement. The bill also includes provisions for the commissioner of health to issue correction orders for violations by employers. The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 144.99, 147.037