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KS HB2478
KS HB2478Requiring that advanced practice registered nurses and registered nurse anethetists submit to a criminal history check upon application for a nursing license.
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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning health and healthcare; relating to nursing licensure; requiring advance practice registered nurses and registered nurse anesthetists to submit to a criminal history check upon application for a nursing license; amending K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 74-1112 and repealing the existing section.
AI Summary
This bill requires that individuals applying for licensure as advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) and registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) must undergo a criminal history check, which includes fingerprinting and a state and national criminal history record check. The bill amends an existing law, K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 74-1112, to explicitly include APRNs and CRNAs in the definition of "applicant" for whom the board of nursing may require such checks, alongside professional nurses, practical nurses, and mental health technicians. This change aims to enhance patient safety by ensuring that individuals in these advanced nursing roles have their criminal backgrounds reviewed upon initial application for a nursing license. The bill also repeals the existing section of law it amends, indicating that the updated provisions will replace the previous ones.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Health and Human Services (House)
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Public Health and Welfare (on 02/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2478/ |
| House Committee on Health and Human Services Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2026_hb2478_h_3402.pdf |
| Analysis - Supplemental Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/supp_note_hb2478_00_0000.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - Ficsal Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fisc_note_hb2478_00_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2478_00_0000.pdf |
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