03/17/2026

Advocacy Update and ICYMI: The Latest Headlines

Advocacy Updates

Committee Vote expected on HB 508: Scope of Practice Bill for APRNs

Ohio House Bill 508 (HB 508) modifies current state law governing Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) by removing the requirement for a formal collaborative agreement with a physician. Under the proposal, APRNs who have completed at least 5,000 hours of clinical experience would be permitted to practice independently. The bill also expands who may serve as a collaborating practitioner to include experienced APRNs.

The Academy of Medicine joined OSMA, Ohio ACEP, Ohio AAP, and several other organizations in a joint letter opposing HB 508.

A committee vote is expected today at 4pm. 

ICYMI: 

Bipartisan Bill Introduced Today: H–1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act

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Physician Commentary: Public Health at Risk: The Consequences of Withdrawing the EPA Endangerment Finding

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Federal Judge Halts Immunization Schedule Changes, Stays ACIP Appointments

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Hamilton County Files Suit Against Drug Companies Over Inflated Insulin Prices

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