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KS SB67
Bill
Status
Passed
4/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Public Health and Welfare
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AI Summary
- Registered nurse anesthetists (RNAs) gain authority to prescribe durable medical equipment and prescribe, procure, and administer any drug consistent with their education and qualifications, outside of anesthesia care ordered by physicians/dentists
- RNAs are prohibited from prescribing, procuring, or administering anesthetic agents except when under a physician or dentist order, and cannot perform abortions or prescribe abortion-related drugs
- Controlled substance prescribing requires RNAs to register with the federal DEA and comply with all DEA requirements
- Prescription orders must include the RNA's name, address, and telephone number; RNAs may request and distribute professional samples but cannot dispense drugs
- Amends K.S.A. 65-1158 regulating nursing practice; takes effect upon publication in the statute book
Legislative Description
Substitute for SB 67 by Committee on Public Health and Welfare - Authorizing registered nurse anesthetists to prescribe, procure and administer drugs consistent with the registered nurse anesthetist's education and qualifications.
Last Action
Senate Approved by Governor on Tuesday, April 1, 2025
4/10/2025
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Services2/25/2025
Public Health and Welfare1/24/2025
Full Bill Text
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