Legislation Update for this week...
I am happy to report HB 1866, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, made it out of the first level of committee this week!  This bill is one portion of what I feel is a step towards controlling our health care costs.  APRNs (Advanced Practice Registered Nurses) or better known as Nurse Practitioners, are a valuable member of the healthcare team and in some situations this team member is not able to provide healthcare to patients due to current restrictions and regulations.  I am hoping this bill will continue to progress through the process and by this fall allow Nurse Practitioners to increase access to healthcare for all Missourians.