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FL H0237

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Licensed nurses holding doctoral degrees may use the title "Doctor of Nursing Practice" (D.N.P.) or "Doctor of Philosophy" (Ph.D.) consistent with their obtained degree
  • Nurses with doctoral degrees are prohibited from using the title "doctor" in clinical settings without clearly specifying their profession
  • Amends Florida Statute 464.015 by adding a new subsection (10) and renumbering the existing subsection (10) to subsection (11)
  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Use of Professional Nursing Titles

Last Action

Received

2/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Health And Human Services1/19/2026
Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee10/28/2025

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