Kentucky Statutes 311B.010 – Legislative policy and intent
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(1) It is the declared policy of the General Assembly of Kentucky that the practice of medical imaging, radiation therapy, and related occupations should be regulated and controlled as provided by this chapter and by the administrative regulations of the board in order to protect and safeguard the health and safety of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
(2) Prior to July 12, 2012, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services has exercised effective oversight over the fields of medical imaging and radiation therapy, but it is the intent of the General Assembly that, as of July 12, 2012:
(a) These professions shall be governed by a peer-reviewed, practitioner-based body; and
(b) The board as established in this chapter is the best means to carry out this purpose.
Effective: July 12, 2012
History: Created 2012 Ky. Acts ch. 50, sec. 1, effective July 12, 2012.
(2) Prior to July 12, 2012, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services has exercised effective oversight over the fields of medical imaging and radiation therapy, but it is the intent of the General Assembly that, as of July 12, 2012:
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 311B.010
- Board: means the Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy. See Kentucky Statutes 311B.020
- Oversight: Committee review of the activities of a Federal agency or program.
(a) These professions shall be governed by a peer-reviewed, practitioner-based body; and
(b) The board as established in this chapter is the best means to carry out this purpose.
Effective: July 12, 2012
History: Created 2012 Ky. Acts ch. 50, sec. 1, effective July 12, 2012.