This bill amends and reenacts section 64-9-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Board of Registered Nurses to promulgate a legislative rule concerning the requirements for registration and licensure, as well as conduct that constitutes professional misconduct. The specific legislative rule referenced was filed in the State Register on August 23, 2024, and is authorized under the authority of section 30-7-4 of the code.

The primary purpose of this bill is to ensure that the Board of Registered Nurses has the necessary authority to establish and enforce standards related to the registration and licensure of nurses, as well as to define what actions may be considered professional misconduct. This legislative action aims to enhance the regulatory framework governing nursing practices in West Virginia.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1