The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for the licensing and regulation of anesthesiologist assistants in Wyoming, including key definitions such as "anesthesiologist," "anesthesiologist assistant," and "supervision." It outlines the qualifications necessary for licensure, which include graduation from an accredited program and passing a certification examination. The bill delineates the scope of practice for anesthesiologist assistants, detailing their duties under the supervision of licensed anesthesiologists, and creates an advisory committee to support the board of medicine in overseeing these professionals.

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws to introduce penalties for practicing without a license, classifying it as a misdemeanor with potential fines and imprisonment. It outlines processes for the renewal, reinstatement, and disciplinary actions related to licensure, including voluntary and mandatory revocation or suspension. New definitions are introduced for accreditation bodies in allied health education, and certain existing provisions are repealed. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2023, reinforcing the importance of compliance and high standards of patient care in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 33-26-102, 33-26-501