HB 246 Summary

• Allows board-certified advanced diabetes management nurse practitioners to conduct annual medical examinations for commercial driver's license holders with diabetes, in addition to endocrinologists.

• Requires diabetic commercial drivers to demonstrate they are free of insulin reactions, properly manage their diabetes, and maintain driving ability through annual physician certification.

• Mandates diabetic drivers carry glucose, self-monitor blood glucose one hour before driving and every four hours while driving, and maintain computerized glucose monitoring records.

• Restricts commercial licenses issued under this provision to driving only within Mississippi state boundaries.

• Takes effect July 1, 2014.