The bill amends Section 5-40-7 of the General Laws concerning the licensing of physical therapists. It introduces new provisions that allow graduates of board-approved physical therapy schools to have their practice privileges reinstated if they fail the initial examination, provided they register for a second or third examination attempt. Specifically, if a graduate physical therapist fails to take or pass the second examination, their privileges will automatically cease, but can be reinstated upon re-registration for the next available examination. Similarly, if they fail to take or pass the third examination, their privileges will also automatically cease, but can be reinstated upon re-registration for the next available examination. This act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
194: 5-40-7