This bill amends the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act to include specific provisions related to veteran-related illnesses. It introduces a new definition for "veteran-related illness," which encompasses physical or mental health conditions linked to an individual's military service, including issues such as suicide, post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and military sexual trauma. Additionally, the bill mandates that physicians must complete three hours of training in the treatment of these illnesses as a condition for license renewal.

Furthermore, the bill establishes new standards for initial licensure, requiring individuals seeking to practice medicine and surgery in Pennsylvania to fulfill curricula and training requirements related to veteran-related illnesses as set by the respective licensure boards. Each board is tasked with creating and enforcing regulations that align with existing medical practice acts, including any necessary fees for licensure. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1343 (Dec 05, 2025): P.L.154, No.13