Bill > SB01064

This bill proposes to modify Connecticut's existing laws regarding advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) by making two key changes: First, it would allow APRNs who are relocating to the state and have completed at least 2,000 hours of professional practice to practice independently without additional oversight. Second, it would expand the professional scope of APRNs licensed under section 20-94a by permitting them to sign forms for services within their expertise and provide behavioral health services that they are trained to deliver, even if those services previously required physician supervision. The bill aims to reduce healthcare service barriers by giving APRNs greater professional autonomy and recognizing their advanced training and capabilities. By removing certain supervisory restrictions, the legislation seeks to increase access to healthcare services, particularly in areas that might have physician shortages or limited medical resources.