Effective August 1, 2024, allows the Board to issue licenses to IMGs that hold a degree from an international medical program that is “substantially similar” to the education or training required to practice in the state, are licensed in good standing with the regulatory body in their home country, have completed a residency or similar PGT in their licensing country, or have at least five years’ experience as a practicing physician, have U.S. or Canadian citizenship or legal work status in the U.S., as well as English proficiency, and have an offer of employment at a facility owned or operated by state-licensed hospitals. Licensees must practice at these licensed facilities for the first two years of their licensure but “after such time the licensee is no longer subject to this limitation,” and the Board can revoke the license with “clear and convincing evidence” that services rendered violated medical safety, competency, or conduct standards established by the Board. The Board shall promulgate any necessary rules and regulations to enforce the legislation. HB 972 (2024)
