House Bill No. introduced by M. Caferro establishes the Montana Nurse Corps Act, which aims to create a program for licensed nurses to provide affordable home health care visits to eligible individuals, particularly those enrolled in Medicare or Medicaid, as well as uninsured individuals with family incomes below 400% of the federal poverty level. The bill outlines the eligibility criteria for nurses to participate in the program, the services they can offer, and the charges they may impose, which are capped at $10 per visit. Additionally, it includes provisions for liability limitations, stating that nurses will not be held liable for ordinary negligence while providing care under this program, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

The bill also allows for the procurement of malpractice insurance for nurse corps members, which is funded by fees assessed on all licensed nurses. It specifies that the insurance will not cover services provided by nurses who do not meet the program's requirements or services rendered to individuals who are not eligible. The board has the authority to take disciplinary action against participating nurses and can terminate their involvement in the program if necessary. Overall, the Montana Nurse Corps Act aims to enhance access to home health care services while providing protections for both nurses and patients.