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ME LD105
Bill
Status
5/29/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kristi Mathieson
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AI Summary
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Establishes the International Medical Graduates Sponsorship Program within the Finance Authority of Maine, funding up to 10 positions annually at accredited sponsoring institutions for internationally trained physicians
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Creates an alternative licensure pathway requiring applicants to have lived in Maine at least 12 months, hold a medical degree from a WHO-recognized school, and pass USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK exams
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Grants a temporary educational license for a renewable 2-year term (up to 6 years total), followed by a renewable 2-year license to practice only in designated physician shortage areas after passing Step 3
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Requires a minimum of 6 years practicing in physician shortage areas before internationally trained physicians become eligible for full, unrestricted medical licensure in Maine
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Mandates biennial reporting to the Legislature beginning January 1, 2027 on program participation and physician progress toward full licensure
Legislative Description
An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Commission Regarding Foreign-trained Physicians Living in Maine to Establish a Sponsorship Program for Internationally Trained Physicians
Health Care Personnel
Last Action
CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.
6/25/2025