HB256 Alabama 2017 Session
Bill Summary
Under existing law, the Board of Nursing is authorized to adopt rules necessary to carry into effect certain duties and powers related to the practice of nursing
This bill would provide further for such authority in relation to state and federal antitrust laws as well as establish that the Legislature recognizes that anti-competitive rules which prioritize patient safety and wellness are permissible
Relating to the Board of Nursing; to add Section 34-21-2.1 to the Code of Alabama 1975, relating to the powers and duties of the Board of Nursing; to clarify rulemaking authority of the Board of Nursing regarding state and federal antitrust laws and to establish that anti-competitive rules which prioritize patient safety and wellness are permissible.
Bill Actions
| Action Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| May 17, 2017 | H | Indefinitely Postponed |
| March 2, 2017 | H | Boards, Agencies and Commissions first Amendment Offered |
| March 2, 2017 | H | Read for the second time and placed on the calendar 1 amendment |
| February 16, 2017 | H | Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Boards, Agencies and Commissions |
Bill Calendar
| Type | Date | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hearing | March 1, 2017 | Joint Briefing Room 8th Floor REVISED at 10:30 | House BA&C Hearing |
| Hearing | March 1, 2017 | Joint Briefing Room 8th Floor REVISED ROOM at 10:30 | House BA&C Hearing |
Bill Text
Bill Documents
| Type | Link |
|---|---|
| Bill Text | HB256 Alabama 2017 Session - Introduced |
| Bill Amendments | House Boards, Agencies and Commissions first Amendment Offered |