This bill amends the current law regarding the renewal of licenses and certificates issued by the New Jersey Board of Nursing. It establishes that these licenses and certificates will now expire on the holder's birthday in the second calendar year following issuance, rather than on fixed dates as previously practiced. If a holder's birthday does not align with a calendar day in the renewal year, the expiration will occur on the last day of the holder's birth month in that year. The bill maintains the existing two-year validity period for these licenses and certificates.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the fees for licenses and certificates will be proportionately adjusted based on the duration of validity. This change is specific to the New Jersey Board of Nursing and will take effect 30 days after enactment, applying only to licenses and certificates issued after that date. The professionals affected by this legislation include registered professional nurses, licensed practical nurses, and other nursing-related roles.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45:1-7