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SB 294

Revises provisions relating to physician assistants. (BDR 54-965)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Reuben D'Silva and 1 co-sponsor

SB 294 modified Nevada physician assistant regulations but died in Assembly without final action, leaving its specific scope-of-practice or licensing changes unimplemented.

(Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.3, no further action allowed.)
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Bill Summary · SB 294

Legislative bill overview

SB 294 revises Nevada's regulatory provisions governing physician assistants (PAs), though the specific amendments are not detailed in the legislative record provided. The bill passed the Nevada Senate with amendments but did not advance in the Assembly before the legislative deadline expired on May 17, 2025.

Why is this important

Physician assistant regulations directly affect healthcare workforce deployment, patient access to care, and the scope of medical services available in Nevada. Changes to PA licensing, supervision requirements, or clinical authority can influence healthcare costs, rural medicine availability, and competition within the medical profession.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice expansion vs. physician oversight – Whether PAs should operate with greater independence or remain under physician supervision; physicians may oppose autonomy expansions while PA advocates support them
  • Licensing and credential requirements – Balancing accessibility to PA services against quality/safety standards; stricter requirements may limit workforce but ensure competency
  • Competitive concerns – Medical associations may resist changes that allow PAs to perform functions traditionally reserved for physicians, affecting market dynamics and professional boundaries

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

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