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SB 1567

Practice of nursing; modifying restriction on supervision fees for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses; prohibiting certain requirements by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Fetgatter and 1 co-sponsor

SB 1567 prohibits Oklahoma's nursing board from charging APRNs supervision fees and certain regulatory requirements, expanding nurse practitioner independence and reducing practice costs.

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Bill Summary · SB 1567

Legislative bill overview

SB 1567 modifies Oklahoma's nursing regulations by restricting the Oklahoma Board of Nursing's authority to impose supervision fees on Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). The bill prohibits certain requirements that the Board currently enforces regarding APRN oversight, effectively reducing regulatory burdens on advanced practice nurses.

Why is this important

APRNs provide critical healthcare services in underserved areas and rural communities. Reducing supervision fees and regulatory restrictions could lower healthcare costs, improve APRN autonomy in clinical decision-making, and potentially increase access to care by making APRN positions more economically viable for healthcare facilities and independent practitioners.

Potential points of contention

  • Patient safety concerns: Medical boards argue that supervision requirements and fees support oversight mechanisms that protect patient safety; opponents may worry that reduced supervision diminishes quality control
  • Scope of practice expansion: Physicians and traditional nursing organizations may view this as scope creep that threatens collaborative care models and physician oversight of clinical decisions
  • Revenue impact: The Board of Nursing relies on supervision fees for regulatory operations; restricting these fees could affect the agency's budget and enforcement capacity unless alternative funding is provided

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

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