Assembly Bill 295 proposes to amend current law regarding the practice of radiography in Wisconsin by allowing certified advanced practice nurse prescribers to engage in this practice without needing a license from the Radiography Examining Board. Currently, only specific professionals such as physicians, chiropractors, dentists, and physician assistants are exempt from this licensing requirement. The bill aims to expand this list to include advanced practice nurse prescribers, thereby recognizing their qualifications and ability to perform radiographic procedures.

The bill introduces new legal language by creating section 462.02 (2) (g) of the statutes, which specifically states that an advanced practice nurse prescriber certified under section 441.16 (2) is permitted to practice radiography without a license. This change is intended to enhance the scope of practice for advanced practice nurses and improve access to radiographic services in the state.