WI SB646

Expands who may conduct competency examinations for involuntarily committed individuals by allowing advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) with psychiatric expertise to perform these evaluations, in addition to licensed physicians

APRNs must have prescriptive authority under s. 441.09(2) and expertise in psychiatric care through education or experience to qualify

Competency examinations determine whether an involuntarily committed individual can refuse medication or treatment; courts use these reports when deciding to override a patient's informed consent rights

Includes a transitional provision allowing APRNs to conduct examinations immediately upon publication, with permanent statutory changes taking effect September 1, 2026

Amends s. 51.61(1)(g)3. of the Wisconsin statutes governing patient rights in mental health commitments