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VT HCR169

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

1/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Leslie Goldman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Vermont General Assembly formally recognizes the unique role of certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) in the state's health care system
  • CRNAs are advanced practice registered nurses first designated in 1956, with nearly 74,000 practicing nationally across hospital surgical suites, obstetrical delivery rooms, ambulatory surgical centers, and specialist offices
  • CRNAs serve as primary anesthesia providers in rural and underserved communities and for U.S. military personnel
  • Congress extended Medicare coverage to CRNA services through Pub. L. 99-509 § 9320
  • Secretary of State directed to send a copy of the resolution to the Vermont Association of Nurse Anesthetists

Legislative Description

House concurrent resolution recognizing the unique role of certified registered nurse anesthetists in the Vermont health care system

Last Action

Ceremonial Reading

1/23/2026

Full Bill Text

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