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Texas Senate Bill SB1794

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1794

Voted on by Senate
 
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants; providing penalties.

Impact

The implementation of SB1794 is expected to enhance the standards of care in anesthesiology by providing a structured licensing and oversight process for anesthesiologist assistants. With proper regulation, it aims to improve the quality of anesthesia services, ensuring that only qualified individuals perform these critical tasks. This act formalizes the role of anesthesiologist assistants within the healthcare system, allowing for more streamlined anesthesia care, which may lead to better patient outcomes. However, it may also place additional administrative burdens on healthcare facilities to comply with the new regulations.

Summary

SB1794 introduces the Anesthesiologist Assistant Licensing Act, which establishes licensure requirements for anesthesiologist assistants in Texas. This bill aims to ensure that anesthesiologist assistants are properly trained and regulated under the Texas Medical Board. It defines the scope of practice for anesthesiologist assistants, allowing them to administer anesthesia and perform related services under the supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist. The legislation emphasizes patient safety by implementing a framework that governs the conduct and responsibilities of anesthesiologist assistants in healthcare settings.

Contention

While supporters of SB1794 argue that it is a necessary step for the safe practice of anesthesia, some opponents express concerns about potential complications and costs associated with compliance and training for anesthesiologist assistants. There are also discussions about the possible impact on employment opportunities for nurses and other healthcare professionals who may seek to perform similar functions. The bill's specifics regarding supervision requirements and the scope of practice for anesthesiologist assistants have prompted debate about their autonomy and responsibilities within the medical landscape.

Latest SB1794 Activity

Companion Bills

TX HB3376

Identical Relating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants; providing penalties.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2274

Relating to the licensing and regulation of anesthesiologist assistants; requiring an occupational license; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing fees.

TX SR111

Recognizing February 20 through February 24, 2023, as Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant Week in Texas.

TX HR1181

Recognizing February 20 through February 24, 2023, as Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant Week in Texas.

TX HB2324

Relating to the regulation of certain health professionals and health facilities; providing civil and administrative penalties; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB4867

Relating to health care transparency, including advertising, identification, and notice requirements for certain health facilities and health professionals; authorizing administrative and civil penalties.

TX SB2378

Relating to prohibiting a public entity from providing financial assistance for abortion or abortion-related services; providing civil penalties.

TX HB5249

Relating to prohibiting a public entity from providing financial assistance for abortion or abortion-related services; providing civil penalties.

TX HB2057

Relating to the licensing and regulation of lactation consultants and the creation of the Lactation Consultant Advisory Board; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense.

TX SB1700

Relating to the licensing and authority of advanced practice registered nurses.

TX HR357

Recognizing February 28, 2023, as Texas Anesthesiologists Day at the State Capitol.

Similar Bills

TX HB3376

Relating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants; providing penalties.

TX HB2267

Relating to the requirement to obtain a license to practice as an anesthesiologist assistant; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing fees.

TX HB1893

Relating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants; providing penalties.

TX SB1566

Relating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants; providing penalties.

TX HB2397

Relating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants; providing penalties.

TX SB1787

Relating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants; providing penalties.

TX SB2128

Relating to the licensing and regulation of anesthesiologist assistants; requiring an occupational license; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing fees.

TX HB5274

Relating to the licensing and regulation of anesthesiologist assistants; requiring an occupational license; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing fees.