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HB 25B-1011

Health Providers Practice Scope Preventive Care

2025 First Extraordinary Session Introduced by Naquetta Ricks

HB 25B-1011 allows pharmacists, dental hygienists, and nurses to provide preventive care services, improving access for Medicaid and low-income patients without extra costs.

Introduced In House - Assigned to Health & Human Services
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Bill Summary · HB 25B-1011

Summary of HB 25B-1011: Health Providers Practice Scope Preventive Care

Bill Information:
- Bill Number: HB 25B-1011
- Title: Health Providers Practice Scope Preventive Care
- Status: Introduced in House - Assigned to Health & Human Services
- Introduced: August 21, 2025
- Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

HB 25B-1011 aims to enhance access to preventive health care services by allowing licensed health care providers, such as pharmacists, dental hygienists, and registered nurses, to offer specific preventive services within their existing scope of practice and training. The bill is designed to improve public health outcomes, particularly for Medicaid recipients and low-income individuals.

Key Provisions

The bill includes the following significant provisions:

  • Authorization of Preventive Services:

    • Licensed health care providers can administer federally approved vaccines.
    • Providers may conduct routine health screenings, including:
    • Blood pressure measurements
    • Diabetes risk assessments
    • Cholesterol checks
    • Providers can offer patient education and counseling related to preventive health measures.

  • Scope of Practice:

    • The bill does not expand the existing scope of practice beyond what is permitted by professional licensure laws.
    • No additional licensure is required for providers to offer these services.

  • Minimal State Workload:

    • The Department of Regulatory Agencies will have a minimal increase in workload to provide guidance and outreach to health care providers, which can be managed within existing resources.

Impact

  • Affected Parties:

    • Licensed health care providers (pharmacists, dental hygienists, registered nurses) will be empowered to provide additional preventive services.
    • Patients, especially those on Medicaid and low-income individuals, will have improved access to preventive health care.

  • Fiscal Implications:

    • The bill is projected to have no significant fiscal impact, with state expenditures remaining at $0 for the current and future fiscal years.
    • No appropriations are required for the implementation of this bill.

Procedural Aspects

  • Effective Date: The bill would take effect upon the signature of the Governor or upon becoming law without his signature.
  • Legislative Actions:
    • On August 21, 2025, the House Committee on Health & Human Services recommended that the bill be postponed indefinitely, halting further progress.

Conclusion

While HB 25B-1011 was introduced with the intent to expand preventive health care services provided by licensed health care professionals, it has been postponed indefinitely by the relevant committee. The bill's provisions aimed to facilitate better access to preventive care without imposing additional costs or regulatory burdens on the state.

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

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