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SB 1636

Nurse Registries

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Barbara Sharief

Florida bill establishing regulatory standards for nurse staffing registries died in committee without clarifying labor protections or operational requirements.

Died in Health Policy
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Bill Summary · SB 1636

Legislative bill overview

SB 1636 would establish regulations for nurse registries in Florida, likely creating licensing, oversight, and operational standards for agencies that supply temporary or contract nursing staff to healthcare facilities. The bill was introduced in February 2025 but died in the Health Policy Committee without advancing to a vote.

Why is this important

Nurse registries are significant labor market intermediaries in healthcare, affecting nurse employment conditions, patient safety standards, and healthcare facility operations. Establishing clear regulatory frameworks can address concerns about worker protections, credential verification, and quality control—areas where gaps may exist under current law.

Potential points of contention

  • Labor market impact: Healthcare providers and registries may oppose regulations increasing compliance costs, while nursing organizations might view them as insufficient worker protections
  • Scope of regulation: Disagreement over which registry activities should be regulated (staffing, credentialing, wage practices) and how stringently
  • Implementation burden: Questions about whether proposed requirements are feasible for registries of varying sizes and whether they would reduce workforce flexibility

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

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