The proposed bill establishes a Nurse Licensure Compact in Minnesota, enabling registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPNs/VNs) to practice across state lines with a multistate license. It includes provisions for the roles of licensing boards, requirements for obtaining and maintaining a multistate license, and procedures for addressing adverse actions against nurses. Key features include the implementation of procedures for evaluating criminal history records of applicants, the creation of a coordinated licensure information system for tracking licensure and enforcement activities, and the authority for licensing boards to take adverse actions against a nurse's multistate licensure privilege. The bill emphasizes compliance with state practice laws and the necessity of a valid U.S. Social Security number for nurses practicing in party states.

Additionally, the bill establishes the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators, which will oversee the compact's implementation and administration. The commission will consist of one administrator from each party state and will have the authority to create uniform rules, conduct meetings, and manage financial records. It includes legal protections for commission members, a structured rulemaking process, and the ability to levy assessments on party states for operational costs. The bill also introduces a framework for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement among participating states, allowing for a 30-day challenge period for rule revisions and outlining procedures for mediation and arbitration. Importantly, it clarifies that existing state labor laws are not superseded and mandates adherence to specific adjudication procedures for actions against multistate licensure. The provisions are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with an appropriation for the Board of Nursing to implement the new regulations.