Bill > HB2528

This bill makes several changes to the laws governing the state board of nursing, primarily aimed at clarifying its powers and protecting licensees. Key provisions include voiding all board actions related to "nonpractice violations" (actions not directly related to the actual practice of nursing) that occurred between January 1, 2005, and July 1, 2026, and preventing the board from reporting these voided actions to national data banks. It also allows for late license renewals for professional, practical, and advanced practice registered nurses, establishing specific fees for these late renewals, and limits the definition of "unprofessional conduct" to acts directly related to the practice of nursing, excluding issues like late payments for civil debts. Furthermore, the bill prohibits the board from taking retaliatory action against a licensee for lawful actions they take against the board, creating a civil cause of action for individuals who experience such retaliation, and requires that board members be subject to senate confirmation. Finally, it mandates that the board issue refunds for overpayments or duplicate payments and clarifies that certain board actions, like those related to license renewal applications, are voided if they stem from nonpractice violations.

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https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2528/