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FL H0237
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee
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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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