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S2978Introduced in the Senate

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

Passed

Introduced by Pamela Lauria, District 32

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

1 recorded vote · each counted separately

Senate votes

3 recorded votes · each counted separately

HouseStage: Passage In Concurrence · June 8, 2026

69

Yes

0

No

6

Absent or Not Voting

75 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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

  5. Committee recommends passage

  6. Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)

  7. Senate read and passed

  8. Placed on the House Consent Calendar (06/08/2026)

  9. House passed in concurrence

  10. Transmitted to Governor

  11. Signed by Governor

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