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SB122

To Amend The Automatic Occupational Licensure For Out-of-state Licensure Act; To Apply The Automatic Occupational Licensure For Out-of-state Licensure Act To Physicians.

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Last Action (May 5, 2025): Died on House Calendar at Sine Die adjournment.

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AI-Generated Summary

Senate Bill 122 amends the existing Automatic Occupational Licensure for Out-of-State Licensure Act to include physicians within its scope. Previously, medical professionals were explicitly exempt from the automatic licensure provisions established for out-of-state license holders moving to Arkansas. This legislation removes that exemption for physicians licensed under the Arkansas Medical Practices Act. By doing so, it facilitates a streamlined process for qualified out-of-state physicians to obtain licensure in Arkansas. The bill aims to reduce regulatory hurdles for medical professionals relocating to the state.

Potential Impact Analysis

Who Might Benefit?

The primary beneficiaries are out-of-state physicians seeking to practice in Arkansas, as the bill reduces the administrative burden and time required to obtain professional licensure. Additionally, the Arkansas healthcare system and patients in the state may benefit from an increased supply of available doctors and improved access to medical care.

Who Might Suffer?

The bill could potentially be viewed as negatively impacting the Arkansas State Medical Board or other regulatory bodies by altering their oversight authority and standard application vetting processes. Some domestic medical associations or local practitioners might express concern regarding the increased competition or the potential for differing standards of care compared to those trained or previously licensed within the state.

Vote Records

Third Reading

April 16, 2025
Yea: 24 Nay: 59 NV: 17 Absent: 0 Failed
View individual votes (100)
Legislator Party Chamber Vote
Tracy Steele Democrat House Nay
Fred Allen Democrat House Nay
Lane Jean Republican House NV
Stephen Meeks Republican House Nay
Mark Perry Democrat House Yea
Jon Eubanks Republican House Nay
Matthew Shepherd Republican House Nay
Jeff Wardlaw Republican House NV
Bruce Cozart Republican House Nay
David Whitaker Democrat House Nay
Mike Holcomb Republican House Nay
Stephen Magie Democrat House Nay
Mark McElroy Republican House Nay
Richard Womack Republican House Yea
Jack Ladyman Republican House Yea
Robin Lundstrum Republican House Yea
Dwight Tosh Republican House Nay
Rick Beck Republican House Nay
Mary Bentley Republican House Yea
Les Eaves Republican House Nay
Justin Gonzales Republican House Nay
Julie Mayberry Republican House Nay
Ken Ferguson Democrat House Nay
Ron Mcnair Republican House Nay
Marcus Richmond Republican House NV
Deann Vaught Republican House Nay
Karilyn Brown Republican House NV
Sonia Eubanks Barker Republican House Nay
Frances Cavenaugh Republican House Nay
Jimmie Gazaway Republican House Nay
Roger Lynch Republican House NV
John Maddox Republican House Nay
Aaron Pilkington Republican House Yea
Johnny Rye Republican House Nay
Les Warren Republican House Nay
Carlton Wing Republican House NV
Austin Mccollum Republican House Yea
Carol Dalby Republican House Nay
Steve Hollowell Republican House NV
Brian Evans Republican House NV
Lee Johnson Republican House Nay
Andrew Collins Democrat House Nay
Stan Berry Republican House Nay
Harlan Breaux Republican House NV
Cameron Cooper Republican House Yea
Nicole Clowney Democrat House Nay
Cindy Crawford Republican House NV
Denise Garner Democrat House Nay
Tippi McCullough Democrat House Nay
Jay Richardson Democrat House Nay
Jim Wooten Republican House Nay
Denise Ennett Democrat House Nay
Richard McGrew Republican House NV
Joy Springer Democrat House Nay
Howard Beaty Republican House Nay
Tony Furman Republican House Yea
Kendon Underwood Republican House Yea
David Ray Republican House Yea
John Carr Republican House NV
Rick McClure Republican House NV
Keith Brooks Republican House NV
Ashley Hudson Democrat House Nay
Jon Milligan Republican House Nay
RJ Hawk Republican House NV
Wade Andrews Republican House NV
Rebecca Burkes Republican House Yea
Hope Duke Republican House Yea
Zack Gramlich Republican House Yea
Mindy McAlindon Republican House Yea
Matt Duffield Republican House Yea
Stetson Painter Republican House Nay
Steve Unger Republican House Nay
Wayne Long Republican House Yea
Scott Richardson Republican House Yea
Brandon Achor Republican House Yea
Jeremiah Moore Republican House Nay
Joey Carr Republican House Nay
Matt Brown Republican House Nay
Shad Pearce Republican House Nay
Chad Puryear Republican House Nay
Ryan Rose Republican House Yea
Bart Schulz Republican House Nay
Trey Steimel Republican House Nay
Tara Shephard Democrat House Nay
Jeremy Wooldridge Republican House Nay
Kendra Moore Republican House Nay
Brit McKenzie Republican House Yea
Steven Walker Republican House Nay
Glenn Barnes Democrat House NV
Lincoln Barnett Democrat House Nay
Alyssa Brown Republican House Yea
Nick Burkes Republican House Yea
Paul Childress Republican House Nay
James Eaton Republican House Nay
Brad Hall Republican House Nay
Dolly Henley Republican House Nay
Jessie McGruder Democrat House Nay
Jason Nazarenko Republican House Nay
Randy Torres Republican House Yea
Diana Gonzales Worthen Democrat House Nay

Third Reading

April 8, 2025
Yea: 33 Nay: 1 NV: 1 Absent: 0 Passed
View individual votes (35)
Legislator Party Chamber Vote
Jane English Republican Senate Yea
Jonathan Dismang Republican Senate Yea
Greg Leding Democrat Senate Yea
Missy Irvin Republican Senate Nay
Bryan King Republican Senate Yea
Kim Hammer Republican Senate Yea
Stephanie Flowers Democrat Senate NV
Frederick Love Democrat Senate Yea
Terry Rice Republican Senate Yea
Reginald Murdock Democrat Senate Yea
Gary Stubblefield Republican Senate Yea
Jim Dotson Republican Senate Yea
John Payton Republican Senate Yea
Alan Clark Republican Senate Yea
Ronald Caldwell Republican Senate Yea
Bart Hester Republican Senate Yea
Jimmy Hickey Republican Senate Yea
Dan Sullivan Republican Senate Yea
David Wallace Republican Senate Yea
Blake Johnson Republican Senate Yea
Justin Boyd Republican Senate Yea
Clarke Tucker Democrat Senate Yea
Scott Flippo Republican Senate Yea
Clint Penzo Republican Senate Yea
Mark Johnson Republican Senate Yea
Ricky Hill Republican Senate Yea
Jamie Scott Democrat Senate Yea
Breanne Davis Republican Senate Yea
Ben Gilmore Republican Senate Yea
Joshua Bryant Republican Senate Yea
Matt McKee Republican Senate Yea
Jim Petty Republican Senate Yea
Steve Crowell Republican Senate Yea
Tyler Dees Republican Senate Yea
Matt Stone Republican Senate Yea
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