The bill establishes a regulatory framework for anesthesiologist assistants in Wyoming, defining key terms such as "anesthesiologist assistant," "supervising anesthesiologist," and "scope of practice." It outlines the qualifications for licensure, which include graduation from an accredited program and passing a certification exam. The Wyoming Board of Medicine is tasked with overseeing the licensing process, including the granting, renewing, and revoking of licenses, as well as investigating misconduct allegations. The bill also details the scope of practice for anesthesiologist assistants, allowing them to perform medical tasks under supervision, and includes provisions for disciplinary actions and penalties for unlicensed practice.

Additionally, the bill amends various sections of Wyoming statutes related to the state board of medicine, allowing the board to accept relinquished licenses and manage restrictions or suspensions through documented agreements or contested case proceedings. It introduces new definitions for "CAAHEP" and "CAHEA," expands the board's composition to include an anesthesiologist and an anesthesiologist assistant, and repeals certain provisions in 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