The House Sunset Committee advanced three bills out of committee, including a contentious measure expanding practice flexibility for physician associates that drew opposition from the Medical Society of Delaware while attracting support from over a dozen healthcare organizations, federal funding warnings from DHSS, and 26 letters of support.
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Representative Berry stated explicitly 'The bill does not expand scope of practice. It does not create independent practice. It removes an administrative barrier that is limiting access to care in our state.' Brian Gallinette, President of the Medical Society of Delaware, countered: 'it really is an expansion of scope.'
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“Barry. The floor is yours. Thank you, Representative Romer. And I will not be brief with my remarks because it's a big bill. Yes. And I want to make sure that I explain as much as I as I can. So thank you. Madam Chair and members of the committee, I am here today to present House Bill 325, legislation that reflects both thoughtful collaboration and an urgent need in our state. This bill is about access to care, strengthening our health care workforce and ensuring that Delawareans,”
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