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AZ HB2634

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2021

Primary Sponsor

Amish Shah

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-fifth Legislature - First Regular Session (2021)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 32-1602 to modify the Arizona State Board of Nursing composition and appointment procedures.
  • Allows the governor to appoint a registered nurse to fill a licensed practical nurse vacancy if a qualified licensed practical nurse candidate cannot be identified within 90 days of the vacancy.
  • Maintains the board's 11-member structure consisting of six registered nurses (including at least one advanced practice nurse), one nursing assistant or educator, two public members, and two licensed practical nurses.
  • Board members serve five-year terms beginning and ending on June 30, with a two consecutive-term limit, and must undergo state and federal criminal background checks before appointment.

Legislative Description

Board of nursing; members

Board Of Nursing

Last Action

House read second time

2/1/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules2/1/2021
Health and Human Services1/28/2021

Full Bill Text

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