HB 2028 Summary

• Establishes the Board of Genetic Counselors consisting of 5 genetic counselors, 2 public members, and 2 physicians to regulate the practice of genetic counseling in Arizona.

• Requires licensure for genetic counselors effective October 1, 2025, with a transition period until January 1, 2027 for those already practicing; allows provisional licensing for those with active candidate status.

• Authorizes the board to set licensing fees, conduct investigations, discipline licensees, and adopt rules to protect public health and safety in genetic counseling practice.

• Allows reciprocal licensure for genetic counselors licensed in other states with substantially equivalent requirements and permits experienced practitioners (8+ years) to apply under alternative criteria.

• Terminates the Board of Genetic Counselors on July 1, 2033, with full repeal of Chapter 27 on January 1, 2034.