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PA SB1062
Bill
Status
12/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Tracy Pennycuick
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AI Summary
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Amends the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act to add a definition of "veteran-related illness," covering physical or mental health conditions connected to military service, including suicide, PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and military sexual trauma
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Requires licensed physicians to complete 3 hours of training in the treatment of veteran-related illnesses as a condition of license renewal
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Establishes new initial licensure standards requiring individuals seeking a license to practice medicine and surgery in Pennsylvania to satisfy curricula and training requirements on veteran-related illnesses set by licensure boards
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Directs licensure boards to promulgate regulations establishing these initial licensure requirements, including any necessary fees
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In administrative provisions, further providing for definitions and for continuing medical education and providing for standards for initial licensure.
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
12/5/2025