IN HB1129

Eliminates the requirement for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to maintain a collaborative practice agreement with a physician, allowing APRNs to practice independently effective July 1, 2026

Removes provisions requiring APRNs to operate under hospital governing board privileges that mandate cooperation and consultation with licensed practitioners

Repeals the mandatory audit process for APRN practice agreements, which previously required the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency to randomly audit 1-10% of practice agreements every two years

Allows APRNs with prescriptive authority to prescribe Schedule II controlled substances for weight reduction or obesity control, removing a prohibition that previously applied only to physician assistants

Removes the requirement for Medical Licensing Board approval when the Board of Nursing establishes prescriptive authority requirements for APRNs