The bill proposes the transition of the nurse aide certification program from the Health and Human Services Commission to the Texas Board of Nursing. It mandates the development of an operational plan by both entities, which must address financial, operational, and other relevant considerations for the transition. This plan is required to be submitted to key state officials and legislative committees by December 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill establishes a workgroup under the Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies to evaluate the alignment of certification and career pathways for nurse aides, medication aides, and personal care technicians within the nursing profession. The workgroup will consist of representatives from various state agencies and relevant professionals, and it is tasked with assessing current standards and regulations, the feasibility of aligning certification requirements, and the impact of new technologies in healthcare. A report summarizing their findings is also due by December 1, 2026. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and will expire on January 1, 2027.