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H7634Introduced in the House

Provides that advanced practice registered nurses have the same immunity from liability as physicians and surgeons.

Passed

Introduced by David Bennett, District 20

What does this bill do?

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Official description

BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND HOSPITALS -- MENTAL HEALTH LAW - Provides that advanced practice registered nurses have the same immunity from liability as physicians and surgeons.

Where it stands

Signed by Governor

June 19, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

House votes

2 recorded votes · each counted separately

Senate votes

1 recorded vote · each counted separately

SenateStage: Senate Committee on Judiciary: Passage in concurrence · May 28, 2026

9

Yes

0

No

1

Absent or Not Voting

10 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

  4. Scheduled for consideration (03/18/2026)

  5. Committee recommends passage

  6. Placed on House Calendar (03/26/2026)

  7. House read and passed

  8. Referred to Senate Judiciary

  9. Scheduled for consideration (05/28/2026)

  10. Committee recommends passage in concurrence

  11. Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/09/2026)

  12. Senate passed in concurrence

  13. Transmitted to Governor

  14. Signed by Governor

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