The bill proposes the adoption of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Compact in Montana, which aims to simplify the licensure process for APRNs across participating states by establishing a framework for mutual recognition of APRN licenses. This allows nurses to practice in multiple states without needing duplicative licensure, thereby enhancing public health and safety. Key provisions include uniform licensure requirements, the authority for states to take adverse actions against APRNs, and the creation of a coordinated licensure information system to manage APRN licensure and enforcement activities. The bill also defines essential terms related to APRN practice, ensuring clarity in the implementation of the compact.

Additionally, the bill establishes the Interstate Commission of APRN Compact Administrators, which will facilitate the administration of APRN licensure and ensure compliance among party states. The commission is empowered to promulgate uniform rules, manage financial operations, and oversee dispute resolution. It mandates that home state disciplinary orders affecting an APRN's multistate license include a statement regarding the deactivation of the multistate licensure privilege during the order's pendency. The compact will take effect once enacted by seven party states, and it includes provisions for amendments and dispute resolution, ensuring that all actions align with the compact's objectives while maintaining transparency and public participation.