Healthcare (Medical Licensing)

in committee · Iowa · Senate Feb 9, 2026

SSB 3017: A bill for an act relating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants, and making penalties applicable.

This bill establishes a licensing requirement for anesthesiologist assistants in Iowa. It requires individuals to complete an accredited education program, pass a certification exam, and obtain a license from the Board of Medicine to practice or use the title "anesthesiologist assistant." The law prohibits unlicensed practice and defines key terms like "supervising anesthesiologist" and "assist" to clarify the scope of work. This directly affects anesthesiologist assistants seeking to legally provide anesthesia care under physician supervision in Iowa.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes licensing standards for anesthesiologist assistants, clarifying scope of practice and ensuring qualified personnel, which strengthens patient safety and medical care standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · Iowa · House Feb 12, 2026

HF 2108: A bill for an act relating to discipline for nurses unable to speak English proficiently.

HF 2108 would allow Iowa's Board of Nursing to suspend or revoke a nursing license if a licensed nurse cannot speak English proficiently. This bill directly affects licensed nurses in Iowa who lack sufficient English language skills. The key provision amends licensing rules to add "inability to speak English proficiently" as a grounds for disciplinary action by the nursing board. The bill creates a specific policy change regarding language requirements for nursing licensure without specifying additional requirements or penalties.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSets language requirement for nurses to ensure patient safety and communication, supporting healthcare quality standards in medical professions.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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in committee · Iowa · House Apr 7, 2025

HSB 224: A bill for an act relating to the licensure of medical cannabidiol dispensaries.

This bill increases Iowa's maximum number of medical cannabidiol dispensary licenses from five to ten. It allows a single business to hold up to three dispensary licenses and removes a requirement that dispensaries must begin operations by December 1, 2018. The changes directly affect existing and new medical cannabidiol businesses seeking licenses in Iowa. The bill modifies licensing rules to expand access and flexibility for dispensary operators.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands medical CBD access by increasing dispensary licenses and removing operational barriers, improving patient access to medical treatments under healthcare services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · Iowa · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SSB 1052: A bill for an act enacting the physician assistant licensure compact.

This bill creates a physician assistant (PA) licensure compact, allowing PAs licensed in one participating state to practice in other participating states without obtaining a new license. It requires PAs to follow the laws of the state where the patient is located during care, and establishes a "compact privilege" for out-of-state PAs. The compact specifically helps military families by enabling active-duty personnel and spouses to use their home-state license in other compact states. Participating states must maintain criminal background checks, share disciplinary actions, and follow uniform standards to protect patient safety.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands PA practice across states, improving patient access to healthcare services, particularly for military families, aligning with 'improves patient access' healthcare indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · Iowa · Senate Feb 19, 2025

SSB 1074: A bill for an act relating to pharmacy benefits managers, pharmacies, and prescription drugs and including applicability provisions.

This bill regulates pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) to increase transparency and fairness in prescription drug pricing. It prohibits PBMs from using "spread pricing" (charging insurers more than they pay pharmacies) and requires rebates from drugmakers to reduce patient out-of-pocket costs at the point of sale. The bill also bans PBMs from restricting patient choice of pharmacy, imposing unreasonable credentialing requirements, or limiting access to specialty drugs. These provisions directly affect PBMs, pharmacies, and patients by ensuring fair reimbursement and cost-sharing practices for prescription drugs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRegulates PBMs to reduce patient costs, prohibits spread pricing, and ensures pharmacy choice access - directly improving affordability and access in healthcare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Prescription Drugs

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in committee · Iowa · House Feb 20, 2025

HSB 119: A bill for an act enacting the dietitian licensure compact.

This bill establishes a dietitian licensure compact, allowing licensed dietitians in Iowa to practice across participating states without obtaining separate licenses in each. It creates a "compact privilege" equivalent to a state license, enabling dietitians to provide services (including telehealth) in remote states while preserving each state's regulatory authority over public health and safety. The compact requires member states to share license, disciplinary, and continuing education information through a centralized data system, reducing administrative burdens for professionals and states. It specifically supports military members and spouses relocating by streamlining licensure across state lines.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables interstate practice for dietitians, improving access to nutrition services without separate licensing, aligning with patient access indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Telehealth

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died · Iowa · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SF 312: A bill for an act enacting the physician assistant licensure compact.

SF 312 would create a physician assistant licensure compact, allowing licensed physician assistants from participating states to practice in Iowa without obtaining a separate license. It requires physician assistants to follow the licensing rules of the state where the patient is located during care, not where they are licensed. The compact also enables military personnel and their spouses to use an existing license from another participating state to practice in Iowa. This bill was introduced in Iowa but was withdrawn on March 26, 2025, after being attached to another bill.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves licensing barriers for physician assistants, enabling cross-state practice and improving healthcare access in Iowa per bill's compact provisions.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly allows military personnel and spouses to practice without separate licensure, facilitating healthcare access for veterans through military-connected providers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · Iowa · Senate Jan 14, 2026

SF 399: A bill for an act relating to the licensure of medical cannabidiol dispensaries.

SF 399 increases Iowa's maximum number of licensed medical cannabidiol dispensaries from five to ten. It removes a requirement that dispensaries must begin operations by December 1, 2018, and specifies that the Iowa Department of Health will accept applications for new or renewed licenses by April 1 each year, with final licensing decisions by December 1. This bill directly affects medical cannabis dispensaries seeking to operate in Iowa and the state department responsible for issuing licenses. The changes simplify the licensing process by expanding capacity and eliminating a specific start-date deadline.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands medical cannabis access by increasing dispensary licenses, improving patient access to healthcare services per bill's intent.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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signed · Iowa · House May 27, 2025

HF 300: A bill for an act enacting the physician assistant licensure compact.

HF 300 creates a multi-state agreement (compact) allowing physician assistants licensed in one participating state to practice in other compact states without needing separate licenses. It directly affects physician assistants seeking to work across state lines and healthcare facilities in participating states. The key provision establishes a standardized licensing process where a license issued by one compact state is recognized by all others in the agreement. This reduces administrative barriers for physician assistants and expands their ability to provide care in multiple states without reapplying for licenses. The bill was signed into law by the Governor on May 27, 2025.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves licensing barriers for physician assistants across states, improving healthcare access and provider mobility without additional requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

in committee · Iowa · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SF 103: A bill for an act relating to the adoption of the American medical association’s code of medical ethics by the board of medicine.

SF 103 requires Iowa's Board of Medicine to adopt the most recent version of the American Medical Association's Code of Medical Ethics through formal rules by July 1, 2026. This bill directly affects physicians and medical practitioners in Iowa, as it mandates the state board to formally incorporate the AMA's established ethics standards into its regulations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandating adoption of AMA ethics code strengthens medical practice standards, protecting patient rights and ensuring ethical care under healthcare governance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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