The bill, S.B. No. 2207, seeks to amend the Texas Occupations Code by prohibiting the Texas Medical Board from regulating certain advertising practices of physicians. Specifically, it introduces new provisions that prevent the board from adopting rules that restrict physicians from advertising themselves as "board certified" if they meet specific criteria. These criteria include being certified by recognized medical specialty boards or other certifying organizations that demonstrate equivalent certification standards, have a sufficient membership base, and maintain certain operational standards.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the Texas Medical Board cannot charge fees or require applications from certifying organizations that meet the outlined criteria. This legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and aims to enhance the ability of physicians to advertise their qualifications while ensuring that the certification standards remain credible and transparent.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 153.002 (Occupations Code 153)