H.R.3636 - To amend title 10, United States Code, to improve the process by which the Secretary of Defense verifies that health care professionals of the military departments are appropriately licensed. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3636 aims to improve the process by which the Secretary of Defense verifies the licenses of healthcare professionals within the military departments. The bill mandates the establishment of a centralized credential system. This system is intended to allow commanding officers to quickly verify licensure, regardless of location or armed force affiliation.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill will be to streamline the verification process for healthcare professionals' licenses within the Department of Defense. This should lead to quicker verification times and improved efficiency. Ultimately, it ensures that healthcare providers are properly credentialed.
Potential Benefits
- Improved efficiency in verifying healthcare professionals' credentials.
- Enhanced patient safety through quicker confirmation of licensure.
- Standardized verification process across all military departments.
- Better resource allocation by reducing administrative burdens.
- Increased confidence in the qualifications of military healthcare providers.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with establishing and maintaining the centralized credential system.
- Possible delays during the initial implementation phase.
- Risk of data breaches or system failures if the system is not properly secured.
- Reliance on the accuracy of data entered into the system.
- Potential for increased bureaucracy if the system is not user-friendly.
Constitutional Alignment
This bill appears to align with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to provide for the common defense and to make all laws necessary and proper for carrying out its enumerated powers. Ensuring qualified healthcare professionals serve in the military supports national defense. There is no apparent infringement on individual rights or freedoms.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
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