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SB 3496

RN LICENSE TEMP SUSPENSION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Dee Avelar and 14 co-sponsors

SB 3496 establishes temporary license suspension procedures for Illinois registered nurses during disciplinary proceedings, affecting workforce availability and nurse due process rights.

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Bill Summary · SB 3496

Legislative bill overview

SB 3496 establishes a temporary suspension mechanism for registered nurse (RN) licenses in Illinois. The bill appears to create procedures allowing for interim license suspension during disciplinary proceedings or under specific circumstances, rather than requiring full license revocation. The recent floor amendment references "Licensed Activities," suggesting modifications to scope or application.

Why is this important

RN license suspension directly affects healthcare workforce availability and patient care continuity. Temporary suspension mechanisms can protect public safety during investigations while preserving nurses' careers if allegations are unsubstantiated, versus permanent revocation. This impacts hospital staffing, patient access to care, and due process protections for licensed professionals.

Potential points of contention

  • Suspension criteria and triggers — Unclear what specific violations or circumstances warrant temporary suspension versus full license revocation, and whether standards are objective or subjective
  • Due process protections — Questions about notice, hearing rights, and appeal procedures available to suspended nurses during the temporary period
  • Duration and reinstatement — The bill's definition of "temporary" and whether automatic reinstatement occurs or requires additional steps, potentially creating indefinite limbo for practitioners

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

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