Expands the type of certifications that may be accepted by the state of New York for restricted licenses

Summary

The bill lets the Department of Health accept specialist certifications from nationally recognized bodies for restricted lab licenses, adding new practice areas such as histocompatibility, cytogenetics, stem‑cell work, flow cytometry, molecular testing and toxicology. It also gives extra certification options to workers at National Cancer Institute‑designated cancer centers and teaching hospitals, including molecular oncology, mass spectrometry and proteomics. The changes aim to broaden the pool of qualified lab personnel while maintaining oversight.

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