Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Bureau of Professional Licensing
Administrative Rules for Respiratory Care - General Rules
Rule Set 2020-17 LR
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Monday, November 23, 2020
09:00 AM
The public hearing will be held virtually via Zoom to receive public comments while complying with
statutorily required measures designed to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID
19).
for video connection 438090; Phone number: 888-684-8852, Conference Code for audio connection:
335451.
The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs will hold a public hearing to receive public
comments on proposed changes to the Respiratory Care - General Rules rule set.
The proposed rules will add a telehealth rule; remove the working knowledge of the English language
rule; clarify the requirements for licensure by endorsement; update accreditation standards; and clarify
relicensure requirements.
MCL 333.16145, 333.16148, 333.16174, 333.16287, and 333.18709, and Executive Reorganization
Order Nos. 1991-9, 1996-2, 2003-1, and 2011-4, MCL 338.3501, 445.2001, 445.2011, and 445.2030.
These rules will take effect Immediately after filing with the Secretary of State. The rules are published
the 11/15/2020 issue. Copies of the draft rules may also be obtained by mail or electronic transmission at
the following address:
Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Bureau of Professional Licensing
Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Professional Licensing–Boards and
Committees Section, Attention: Policy Analyst
P.O. Box 30670, Lansing, MI 48909-8170
Email: BPL-BoardSupport@michigan.gov
Comments on the rules may be made in person at the hearing or by mail or electronic mail until
11/23/2020 at 05:00PM.
The public hearing will be conducted in compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act, in
accessible buildings with handicap parking available. Anyone needing assistance to take part in the
hearings due to disability may call 711- to make arrangements.