(2) A person licensed by the board, or any other person who makes an expression of regret or apology on behalf of a person licensed by the board, may not be examined by deposition or otherwise in any civil or administrative proceeding, including any arbitration or mediation proceeding, with respect to an expression of regret or apology made by or on behalf of the person, including expressions of regret or apology that are made in writing, orally or by conduct. [2019 c.182 §2]