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Georgia · HB 54 · 2025Did Not Pass

Authorize APRNs and physician assistants to order home healthcare services

Would have let advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants sign orders for home health services to expand access, especially in rural areas; failed after being amended with unrelated gender-care provisions.

Status
Passed Senate but died in House at Sine Die 2026
Status date
2026-04-02
State
Georgia
Session year
2025

Topics

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