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SR 40

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 5, 2025, as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Day in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

2025 Regular Session

Kentucky designates February 5, 2025, as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Day to formally recognize APRNs' healthcare contributions statewide.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 40

Legislative bill overview

Senate Resolution 40 designates February 5, 2025, as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Day in Kentucky. This is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes and honors the contributions of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in the state.

Why is this important

APRNs—including nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists, and nurse midwives—provide significant healthcare services across Kentucky. Formal recognition can raise public awareness about these healthcare professionals' roles, qualifications, and the scope of care they provide in underserved and rural communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice debates: Recognition resolutions can become flashpoints in ongoing disputes between physician groups and nursing organizations over independent practice authority and prescribing privileges
  • Timing and precedent: Some may question whether individual professional designations warrant legislative recognition, or if this sets precedent for numerous similar resolutions
  • Resource allocation symbolism: Critics might argue recognition resolutions are symbolic gestures that don't address actual healthcare workforce shortages or reimbursement challenges APRNs face

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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