The bill amends the Public Health Code to enhance the confidentiality of health professionals and establish a Nurse Licensure Compact. Key provisions include ensuring the confidentiality of individuals reporting suspected impairments of health professionals, with exceptions for cases involving incomplete treatment plans or requirements for the nurse licensure compact. It also mandates the destruction of impairment-related records after five years if the health professional successfully completes their treatment plan. The bill introduces the Nurse Licensure Compact to facilitate cooperation among states regarding nurse licensure, outlining responsibilities for party states, requirements for multistate licenses, and procedures for handling adverse actions against nurses.

Additionally, the bill establishes a coordinated licensure information system for party states, creating the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to oversee the Compact's implementation. The Commission is granted various powers, including the ability to levy assessments on party states, manage its budget, and ensure transparency. The bill emphasizes compliance and provides mechanisms for addressing defaults by party states, including potential termination of membership in the Compact. It also introduces provisions for judicial enforcement, allowing the Commission to seek injunctive relief and damages against non-compliant states. Overall, the amendments aim to streamline the process for nurses to practice across state lines while ensuring accountability and adherence to established standards.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.16170
As Passed by the House: 333.16170