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NY S07840
Bill
Status
5/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Robert Jackson
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AI Summary
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Creates a new licensure pathway for internationally trained physicians who are licensed to practice medicine in another country and meet State Board for Medicine standards
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Establishes a two-year limited permit allowing supervised practice only at federally qualified health centers, community health centers, and hospitals in physician shortage areas
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Grants a two-year restricted license for independent practice in primary care, psychiatry, or approved specialties within shortage areas after successful completion of the supervised period
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Provides eligibility for full licensure after completing two years of practice under the restricted license, regardless of other licensing requirements
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Requires the State Board for Medicine to submit annual reports by January 5th on program participation, including number of physicians, their specialties, and regions served
Legislative Description
Establishes an internationally trained physician licensure pathway program to allow qualified, foreign-trained physicians and physicians trained and/or licensed to practice medicine in a territory or possession of the United States to contribute to the healthcare system through supervised practice in designated shortage areas, ultimately leading to full licensure.
Last Action
PRINT NUMBER 7840A
2/19/2026