The bill establishes a regulatory framework for anesthesiologist assistants in Wyoming, creating a new article that defines their qualifications, scope of practice, and the responsibilities of supervising anesthesiologists. It outlines the licensing process, including education and certification requirements, and conditions for temporary licenses. The Wyoming Board of Medicine is granted authority to oversee licensing, investigate misconduct, and impose disciplinary actions such as license suspension or revocation. Significant amendments include expanding the Wyoming Board of Medicine to consist of six physicians, with specific requirements for representation from anesthesiologists and anesthesiologist assistants. The bill also introduces new definitions related to accreditation bodies and clarifies the board's powers regarding licensure. It changes the appointment process for board members to require that all members shall be appointed by the governor with senate consent, and mandates annual elections for board leadership. Additionally, it repeals certain provisions from current law, specifically W.S. 33-26-501(a)(viii) and (ix). The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 33-26-102, 33-26-201, 33-26-501
Engrossed: 33-26-102, 33-26-201, 33-26-501