The bill amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to update and clarify laws related to nursing practices, advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), and healthcare professionals. Key changes include the replacement of the term "mental" with "behavioral" in health services, the introduction of new definitions for terms such as "gender transition" and "mental health professional," and the establishment of a nurse education assistance program to support nursing students. Additionally, the bill outlines the application process for removable windshield placards for individuals with disabilities and includes provisions for active-duty military members and veterans to apply for temporary placards without a service fee.

Furthermore, the bill enhances safety measures for youth participating in athletic activities by mandating informational meetings on sudden cardiac arrest and requiring evaluations for students with relevant medical histories. It also clarifies the scope of practice for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and introduces new disciplinary actions that the board of nursing can impose. The bill aims to modernize the regulatory framework governing nursing and healthcare practices in Ohio, ensuring that laws reflect current standards and improve patient care and safety.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 109.71, 3129.01, 3313.5310, 3333.28, 3701.69, 3701.92, 3701.921, 3705.01, 3705.30, 3707.58, 3721.011, 3728.01, 4503.44, 4723.01, 4723.063, 4723.18, 4723.181, 4723.28, 4723.34, 4723.35, 4723.36, 4723.43, 4723.431, 4723.47, 4723.481, 4723.482, 4723.483, 4723.493, 4723.52, 4723.66, 4723.67, 4723.69, 4731.297, 5122.10, 3701.923, 3701.924, 3701.925, 3701.926, 3701.927, 3701.929, 105.40, H.B
As Reported By House Committee: 109.71, 3129.01, 3313.5310, 3333.28, 3701.69, 3701.92, 3701.921, 3705.01, 3705.30, 3707.58, 3721.011, 3728.01, 4503.44, 4723.01, 4723.063, 4723.18, 4723.181, 4723.28, 4723.34, 4723.35, 4723.36, 4723.43, 4723.431, 4723.47, 4723.481, 4723.482, 4723.483, 4723.493, 4723.52, 4723.66, 4723.67, 4723.69, 4731.297, 5122.10, 3701.923, 3701.924, 3701.925, 3701.926, 3701.927, 3701.929