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KS HB2509
Bill
Status
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
Health and Human Services
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AI Summary
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Advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) licensed by the Kansas Board of Nursing will be added to the definition of "healthcare provider" under the Healthcare Provider Insurance Availability Act, effective January 1, 2028, with a six-month compliance period for membership requirements.
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The Healthcare Stabilization Fund board of governors expands from 11 to 12 members, adding one APRN position nominated by the Kansas Board of Nursing.
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APRNs already classified as nurse-midwives or nurse anesthetists are currently covered under existing provisions; this bill extends coverage to all other APRN classifications.
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The bill amends K.S.A. 40-3401 (healthcare provider definitions) and K.S.A. 40-3403 (board of governors composition) to implement these changes.
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APRNs working solely for the federal government or as charitable healthcare providers remain excluded from the healthcare provider definition.
Legislative Description
Adding advanced practice registered nurse to the definition of healthcare provider for purposes of the healthcare provider insurance availability act.
Last Action
Senate Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Public Health and Welfare
3/16/2026