Modifies provisions relating to the licensure of physicians
HB 2976 revises Missouri's requirements for physicians seeking a license. Applicants must now provide a criminal background check, proof of graduation from an accredited medical school (or an ECFMG certificate for foreign graduates), and evidence of two years of postgraduate training. The bill also allows the licensing board to request a list of all previous medical licenses and any disciplinary history. These changes directly affect all individuals applying for a physician license in Missouri.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2026
Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Jan 14, 2026
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
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State
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Brandon Phelps
RRepublican
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