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AL HB254
Bill
Status
2/16/2017
Primary Sponsor
April Weaver
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AI Summary
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Board of Nursing investigators who meet Alabama Peace Officers' Minimum Standards and Training Commission requirements gain authority to exercise law enforcement powers, except the power to make arrests, when investigating alleged violations by licensed nurses.
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Investigators may enforce laws related to the Nurse Practice Act and the Alabama Uniform Controlled Substances Act when violations are committed by licensed nurses or applicants for licensure.
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Board of Nursing investigators are explicitly prohibited from making arrests, distinguishing their authority from other law enforcement officials.
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Board of Nursing authorized to expunge disciplinary action records against licensed nurses for purposes of public disclosure.
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Act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.
Legislative Description
Nursing, Board of, investigators granted power of peace officers, and authorized to enforce controlled substance laws, Secs. 20-2-90, 34-21-2 am'd.
Nursing, Board of
Last Action
Indefinitely Postponed
5/17/2017