dauphincms.org LEGISLATIVE UPDATES We all have our own way of showing thanks. Ours is MassMutual HealthBridge, a free life insurance program for healthcare workers on the front lines of COVID-19. Learn more at MassMutual.com/HealthBridge Insurance products issued by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual® and a MassMutual subsidiary. CRN202204-263053 ), Springfield, MA 01111, and its affiliated US insurance companies. Securities and advisory services offered through MML Investors Services, LLC, Member SPIC® " Looking to grow your business? Connect with our engaged, communityminded readers. " Sherry Bolinger Regional Media Sales Executive sherry@hoffpubs.com 717-979-2858 Interstate Medical Compact Act (PAMED supports) * House Bill 192 (Topper) - Legislation to allow Pennsylvania to fully join the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, providing for criminal background checks for expedited licensure applicants. Opioid Prescribing Limits * Senate Bill 169 (Yaw) - This bill would limit the prescription for a controlled substance containing an opioid to seven days unless there is a medical emergency that puts the patients' health or safety at risk. PAMED has been in discussions with Senator Yaw's staff regarding the bill's text. Lyme Disease CME (PAMED opposes) * Senate Bill 281 (Brooks) - This legislation would require health care practitioners to learn more about Lyme disease and other tick-borne illness as part of their continuing education (CME). Publishing Group hoffpubs.com 28 Spring 2021 Central PA Medicine Stay up to date on these and other issues at www.pamedsoc.org and in The Dose.http://www.dauphincms.org http://www.MassMutual.com/HealthBridge http://www.hoffpubs.com http://www.pamedsoc.org