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 aims to streamline the licensure process and enhance public safety through improved coordination among states.

Additionally, the bill establishes the Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators, which will oversee the compact's implementation and consist of one administrator from each participating state. The commission is granted powers to create uniform rules, conduct meetings, and manage financial operations, while ensuring transparency through public notices and the publication of bylaws. The bill also introduces a framework for dispute resolution and enforcement, allowing the commission to intervene in legal proceedings and take action against states that default on their obligations. It clarifies that existing state labor laws remain in effect and mandates 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.