The new law establishes statewide licensing requirements for radiologic technologists and other imaging professionals to standardize qualifications across the state.
Pennsylvania Senate Bill 1334, which establishes a statewide licensure and certification process for medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals, was signed into law by Gov Josh Shapiro, D-PA, on Oct 22, following passage in the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Known as the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Health and Safety Act, the bill was introduced by Sens Lynda Culver, R-PA, and Nick Pisciottano, D-PA, along with seven cosponsors, and amends the Medical Practice Act of 1985. The legislation requires medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals to obtain licensure through the State Board of Medicine, with the goal of ensuring consistent professional and training standards across the commonwealth…