Bill > SB67

This bill expands the legal scope of practice for registered nurse anesthetists (RNAs) in Kansas by authorizing them to prescribe, procure, and administer drugs consistent with their education and qualifications. The bill modifies existing law to allow RNAs to prescribe durable medical equipment and various drugs, with some important restrictions: they cannot prescribe drugs for abortions, must follow controlled substance regulations by registering with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, and must include their personal contact information on prescription orders. The bill maintains that RNAs continue to work in an interdependent role as part of a physician or dentist-directed healthcare team, and while they can now prescribe and administer a broader range of medications, they are still limited to actions within their professional training. RNAs are also permitted to request and distribute professional drug samples, but are prohibited from dispensing drugs directly. The legislation aims to provide RNAs with greater clinical autonomy while maintaining patient safety through clear professional boundaries and regulatory oversight.

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https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sb67/