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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill includes the title "Nurse" among the titles, designations, or abbreviations that a person is prohibited by law to use unless the person is licensed as a professional nurse, practical nurse, or advanced practice nurse under P.L.1947, c.262 (C.45:11-23 et seq.) or P.L.1991, c.377 (C.45:11-45 et al.).
AI Summary
This bill prohibits any unlicensed person from using the title "Nurse," or abbreviations like "R.N." (Registered Nurse), "L.P.N." (Licensed Practical Nurse), or "A.P.N." (Advanced Practice Nurse), unless they hold a valid, unsuspended license as a professional nurse, practical nurse, or advanced practice nurse. This change amends existing laws, specifically P.L.1947, c.262 (which governs professional and practical nursing) and P.L.1991, c.377 (which addresses advanced practice nurses), to explicitly include the general title "Nurse" in the list of protected professional designations. The intent is to prevent individuals without proper licensing from misrepresenting themselves as qualified nurses, thereby protecting public safety and the integrity of the nursing profession.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2474 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2500/2474_I1.HTM |
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