On Feb. 12, 2025, Assembly Bill 511, - Radiologist Assistants, was introduced by Assembly Member Phillip Chen to the California General Assembly. AB 511 proposes the creation of a radiologist assistant committee under the Medical Board of California. The radiologist assistant committee would be tasked with promulgating registration requirements for radiologist assistants in California. By requiring radiologist assistants to hold a credential through a nationally recognized credentialing organization and be registered by the state under AB 511, California is taking a critical step to ensure Californians receive safe, high-quality care. AB 511 will immediately and positively impact patient and workplace safety and the high-quality health care California patients deserve. ASRT and the California Society of Radiologic Technologists strongly support AB 511. Californians deserve high-quality health care provided by professionals who have met nationally recognized education and training standards. Currently, AB511 has been referred to the Assembly Business and Professions Committee. As such, ASRT is relying on members who are constituents of legislators on that committee to respond. As the bill moves through the legislative process, the ASRT Government Relations Department will expand its grassroots efforts. For more information on the role of medical imaging professionals, visit asrt.org/BeSeen. View all state legislative and regulatory activity that ASRT follows. 2025 CA State Legislature You can familiarize yourself with California laws and legislative process by clicking on the following links. California State Legislature |
