MontanaHB 23869th Legislature, Regular Session (2025)House

Revise laws related to physical and mental evaluations for professional licenses

Sponsored By: Jodee Etchart (Republican)

Signed by Governor

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Boards can review clinicians' medical records

During an investigation of a physician, podiatrist, or chiropractor, the board or department (as allowed by law) can review your medical records and exam reports. On written request, copies must be sent to the board. Any physician exam they order must be done by a doctor the board approves. These steps support patient safety but may lead to discipline or license loss, which can cut off income.

Fitness exams for licensed clinicians

Licensing boards and the Department can order a mental or physical evaluation when they reasonably believe you pose a significant risk of substantial harm to public health or safety. The exam looks at how a condition or controlled-substance use affects safe practice, including duration, severity, likelihood, and imminence of harm. They can require more than one exam. If you refuse, they can summarily suspend your license or stop processing your application. This protects patients but can interrupt your ability to work and earn.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Jodee Etchart
Republican • House

Cosponsors

Gregg Hunter
Republican • Senate
Steve Fitzpatrick
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 299 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/31/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 50 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/28/2025

Do Concur

Yes: 49 • No: 0

House vote • 2/12/2025

Do Pass

Yes: 100 • No: 0

House vote • 2/11/2025