Healthcare (Medical Licensing)

introduced · Arizona · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 4047: medical spas; licensure; regulation

HB 4047 establishes new licensing and regulatory requirements for medical spas in Arizona that provide medical or cosmetic services involving prescription medications. It requires these facilities to obtain a license, maintain a public database of licensed spas and their responsible licensed health care providers, and report serious adverse events (like life-threatening reactions or hospitalizations) to the board within five business days. The bill also mandates secure storage of prescription medications, prohibits deceptive marketing claims about medications, and gives the board authority to inspect facilities and enforce rules. This directly affects medical spas using prescription drugs, not regular spas or facilities already licensed under other statutes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRegulates medical spas requiring licensing, adverse event reporting, and secure prescription storage to enhance patient safety and oversight in healthcare services.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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signed · Arizona · House Jun 19, 2026

HB 4010: genetic counselors; board; licensure

HB 4010 establishes a Board of Genetic Counselors in Arizona to license and regulate genetic counselors. The bill defines "genetic counseling" and requires practitioners to obtain a license from this new board, which will protect the public by setting standards for practice and handling disciplinary actions. The board will consist of five licensed genetic counselors, two public members, and two physician members who interact professionally with counselors. This law directly affects genetic counselors seeking to practice in Arizona and ensures they meet specific certification and conduct standards before providing services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes licensing board for genetic counselors to set practice standards and protect public health, aligning with healthcare quality protection and professional regulation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

introduced · Arizona · Senate Jan 26, 2026

SB 1310: dentists; dental hygienists; compact

SB 1310 establishes a "dentist and dental hygienist compact" that allows licensed professionals in one participating state to practice in other participating states without obtaining a full license in each state. The compact creates a streamlined pathway for dentists and dental hygienists to work across state lines, requiring participating states to share disciplinary and licensing information while ensuring practitioners follow the scope of practice rules of the state they serve. It specifically aims to improve access to dental care, address workforce shortages, and support active military members and their spouses who need to relocate with their licenses. The bill also requires states to maintain public safety through shared oversight without altering existing licensure requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill streamlines cross-state practice for dental professionals, improving patient access to dental care by reducing licensing barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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signed · Arizona · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 2072: lactation care providers; certification

HB 2072 establishes a voluntary certification program for lactation care providers in Arizona. It creates a "state-certified lactation care provider" designation requiring applicants to hold an existing approved certification (like IBCLC or indigenous certification), meet age and fingerprinting requirements, and pay fees. The Department of Health Services will administer the program, including setting scope of practice standards and handling renewals, while the bill explicitly states certification is not mandatory for practice. The law also prohibits government preference for certified providers in public contracts and creates an advisory committee of lactation providers to assist with rule development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates voluntary certification for lactation care providers, standardizing maternal health services and improving access to qualified care within healthcare framework.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

signed · Arizona · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 1235: EMS reciprocity; compact.

SB 1235 establishes Arizona's participation in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Licensure Interstate Compact. It allows licensed EMTs, AEMTs, and paramedics from Arizona (the "home state") to practice in other participating states ("remote states") without obtaining new licenses, provided Arizona meets specific standards like requiring the national NREMT exam for initial licensure and sharing adverse actions. The compact requires member states to verify competency, share license-related disciplinary information, and maintain systems for cross-state recognition. This directly affects Arizona-licensed EMS personnel seeking to work temporarily in other member states and state EMS authorities managing licensure verification.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables cross-state EMS practice, improving access to emergency medical services without new licensing barriers, aligning with patient access indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Tags Public Safety

introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2777: chiropractic assistants; scope of practice

HB 2777 establishes a new registered role for chiropractic assistants in Arizona, requiring them to complete board-approved education, pass an exam, and meet fingerprinting (starting 2027) and CPR training requirements. It defines their scope of practice: they may perform basic clinical duties like taking patient vitals, assisting with treatments, and administering specific physical therapies (e.g., ultrasound, hot/cold packs) under a chiropractor’s direct supervision (in the same room/office suite). However, they cannot diagnose, perform adjustments, take x-rays, change treatment plans, or conduct independent care. The bill also prohibits unregistered individuals from using the title "chiropractic assistant" or claiming registered status.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates regulated role for chiropractic assistants, expanding access to chiropractic services under supervision, aligning with healthcare access and professional standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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introduced · Arizona · House Jan 21, 2026

HB 2530: abortion; providers; waiting period; ultrasound

HB 2530 amends Arizona's nursing board statute to clarify that the board cannot regulate the scope of practice for abortion services (as defined in ARS §36-2151). The bill primarily updates the board's authority to adopt rules for nursing education, licensing, disciplinary actions, and administrative functions. It does not include any provisions requiring waiting periods or ultrasounds for abortion procedures. This bill focuses on defining the nursing board's regulatory boundaries, not on changing abortion access policies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill clarifies nursing board cannot regulate abortion services, removing barriers to access. Explicitly prevents restrictions on abortion care, a healthcare service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Women's Health

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passed · Arizona · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 2251: midwives; medication administration; advisory committee

This bill expands the scope of practice for licensed midwives in Arizona by allowing them to administer specific medications related to pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care, provided they complete a required pharmacology course (8+ continuing education units). It details permitted medications (such as antibiotics for infections, antivirals for herpes, antifungals, and medications for postpartum hemorrhage) with strict conditions, including documentation, storage rules, and prohibitions on using certain drugs to induce labor. The bill also establishes an Arizona Midwifery Advisory Committee, composed of midwives, physicians, and consumers, to assist the health department with licensing and disciplinary matters. These changes directly affect licensed midwives and their patients, aiming to improve access to certain medical treatments during childbirth while maintaining safety standards.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands midwife scope to administer essential pregnancy/postpartum medications, improving maternal healthcare access and provider capabilities per bill details.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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in committee · Arizona · Senate Feb 16, 2026

SB 1238: physician assistants; licensure compact.

Arizona's SB 1238 establishes a physician assistant (PA) licensure compact, allowing PAs licensed in one participating state to practice in Arizona without obtaining a separate Arizona license. The bill directly affects PAs seeking to work across state lines and patients in participating states, requiring PAs to follow the laws of the state where the patient is located during care. Key provisions include mutual recognition of licenses, mandatory criminal background checks, and a centralized data system for tracking disciplinary actions. The compact specifically aims to ease licensing for military families by enabling active-duty personnel and spouses to use their home state license in Arizona.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables cross-state PA practice, improving healthcare access for patients in underserved areas without additional licensing barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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introduced · Arizona · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1228: health insurers; provisional provider credentialing

SB 1228 requires Arizona health insurers to grant provisional credentialing to eligible healthcare providers starting when they receive a complete application. Providers must be state-licensed, already credentialed by a healthcare institution or verification organization, and part of a group with an existing insurer contract. During the 60-day provisional period, insurers must pay claims at the group practice's contracted rates. If credentialing is denied, insurers aren't liable for claims provided during provisional status (except for fraud), and the law applies to applications submitted after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires insurers to grant provisional credentialing with timely payments, improving provider access to networks and patient care continuity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medical Licensing

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