This bill proposes significant changes to the structure and requirements of the Board of Nursing in Nebraska. It aims to eliminate the Board of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses and rename the existing Board of Nursing to reflect this change. The bill modifies the composition of the Board of Nursing, increasing the number of public members from two to three and adjusting the representation of advanced practice registered nurses from one to four. Additionally, it introduces new terms for advanced practice registered nurses serving on the board, specifying that their terms will range from three to five years starting January 1, 2026.

Furthermore, the bill outlines new duties for the Board of Nursing, including establishing standards for integrated practice agreements and monitoring the scope of practice for various advanced practice roles. It also repeals several existing sections of law that are deemed obsolete, thereby streamlining the regulatory framework for nursing practice in Nebraska. The act is set to become operative on January 1, 2026, and includes provisions for the repeal of original sections related to the previous board structure.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 38-167, 38-204, 38-605, 38-703, 38-904, 38-2213, 38-2214, 38-2216, 38-2306