Bill > HB2155

This bill clarifies that only licensed human individuals can use nursing titles such as "registered nurse" (R.N.), "advanced registered nurse practitioner" (A.R.N.P.), "nurse practitioner" (N.P.), and "licensed practical nurse" (L.P.N.), and prohibits any nonhuman entity from assuming these titles or using related abbreviations. The bill amends existing state law (RCW 18.79.030) to explicitly state that these titles and abbreviations are reserved for licensed human nurses, with an exception for Christian Science nurses who do not claim to be licensed nurses. This legislation is designed to prevent confusion and ensure that only qualified individuals hold themselves out as nurses, with one section expiring and a new section taking effect at a later date to manage the transition.

Health and Social Services

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2155&Year=2025&Initiative=false