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42 U.S.C. 10005: Model statuteText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 42-THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARECHAPTER 107-CONSUMER-PATIENT RADIATION HEALTH AND SAFETY
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§10005. Model statute

In order to encourage the administration of accreditation and certification programs by the States, the Secretary shall prepare and transmit to the States a model statute for radiologic procedure safety. Such model statute shall provide that⁠—

(1)  it shall be unlawful in a State for individuals to perform radiologic procedures unless such individuals are certified by the State to perform such procedures; and

(2)  any educational requirements for certification of individuals to perform radiologic procedures shall be limited to educational programs accredited by the State.

( Pub. L. 97–35, title IX, § 980 , Aug. 13, 1981 , 95 Stat. 600 .)