The bill aims to revise medical resident licensure laws in Montana by updating definitions, residency requirements, and licensing exemptions. Key changes include the removal of unlicensed trainees from licensing exemptions, which means that individuals in training will no longer be exempt from the licensing requirements. The definitions of "resident" and "physician" have been amended to clarify that a resident must hold a degree from an approved medical school, be enrolled in an approved residency, and possess a valid resident license. Additionally, the bill specifies that a physician must hold a degree in either medicine or osteopathic medicine.

Furthermore, the qualifications for licensure have been revised to require that applicants complete the first year of an approved residency program (PGY-1) while remaining enrolled and in good standing. The bill also updates the language regarding the completion of residency programs and the qualifications for those who graduated from medical school prior to 2000. These amendments are intended to ensure that medical residents meet specific educational and training standards before obtaining licensure to practice medicine in Montana.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 37-3-102, 37-3-103, 37-3-305, 37-26-301
SB0347_1(1): 37-3-102, 37-3-103, 37-3-305, 37-26-301
SB0347_1: 37-3-102, 37-3-103, 37-3-305, 37-26-301