Bill would let Washington doctors voluntarily relinquish licenses outside disciplinary process
SB 6258 would authorize the Washington Medical Commission to create a non‑disciplinary pathway for permanent voluntary relinquishment of medical licenses; supporters say it avoids unnecessary disciplinary reporting while maintaining patient safety.
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Senate Bill 6258, described to the Senate Health Committee on Jan. 29, would authorize the Washington Medical Commission to adopt rules allowing licensees to voluntarily relinquish licenses outside the disciplinary process. Julie Tran, committee staff, explained the rulemaking authority and that relinquishment would be permanent with no right to reinstatement or renewal; the bill would bar use of the process "in lieu of discipline" or while a licensee is under investigation.
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