MA
Massachusetts House Bill H2365

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H2365

Introduced
2/27/25  

Caption

Relative to the civilian certification of military medical personnel

Impact

The implementation of HB 2365 is expected to have a significant impact on state laws surrounding medical practice and the certification of healthcare providers. By establishing a program under the Department of Veterans’ Services in collaboration with public health authorities, the bill facilitates a pathway for military medical personnel to practice medicine under supervision. This not only allows for a better utilization of the skills acquired by these individuals during their service, but also improves overall public health by potentially increasing the availability of medical personnel in various healthcare settings across Massachusetts.

Summary

House Bill 2365 proposes an act to facilitate the civilian certification of military medical personnel in Massachusetts. The bill provides a clear definition of who qualifies as military medical personnel, including individuals who have served as medics or technician roles across various branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. It specifically recognizes those with honorable discharges and includes active-duty transitioning service members, veterans recently discharged, and members of the National Guard or Reserve as eligible participants in the program. The aim of the bill is to streamline the transition of skilled military personnel into civilian healthcare roles, thereby addressing potential workforce shortages in the state’s medical field.

Contention

While the bill seems to address a pressing need, there may be points of contention regarding the extent of delegation allowed in the practice of medicine and how much supervision is required from licensed physicians. Concerns could be raised regarding the quality of care delivered by military medical personnel who might have different training standards compared to civilian practitioners. Additionally, discussions may arise about the regulations governing the participating facilities and how effectively they will integrate these personnel into their systems while ensuring compliance with existing medical practices.

Latest H2365 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MA H3023

Relative to exemptions for small charities for tax upon raffle proceeds

MA H3021

Extending certain existing sales tax exemptions to veteran's organizations

MA H3617

To regulate the training and supervision of snowmobiles

MA H1081

Relative to customer reimbursement in instances of financial fraud

MA H2747

Relative to the definition of Group 4 of the state retirement system

MA H1088

Relative to personal injury protection, benefits due and payable

MA H4027

Relative to motor vehicle excise tax exemptions for a person with a disability

MA H3017

Relative to the deduction of health insurance payments from gross income for self employed individuals

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