Bill Would Allow Wisconsin Nurses to Work Independently of a Physician

Bill would allow Wisconsin nurses to work independently of a physician

It's health news that could make a big difference for many Wisconsinites. It’s a bipartisan bill supporters say may lead to more options for your health care.

Wisconsin Nurses Association: APRNs applaud legislators’ passage of the APRN Modernization Act

MADISON – June 18, 2025 – Yesterday, both chambers of the Wisconsin State Legislature unanimously passed the APRN Modernization Act (Assembly Bill 257 and Senate Bill 258). The members of the Wisconsin Affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives,...

Legislature sends advanced nursing bill to governor, this time to be signed

On unanimous voice votes, lawmakers approved legislation Wednesday that allows nurses with advanced training to practice independently in Wisconsin. The bill now heads to Gov. Tony Evers, who vetoed similar bills twice before but who is now expected to sign…

Victory on 3rd attempt: Legislature sends advanced nursing bill to governor for signature

On unanimous voice votes, lawmakers approved legislation Wednesday that allows nurses with advanced training to practice independently in Wisconsin. The advanced nursing bill now heads to Gov. Tony Evers, who vetoed similar bills twice before but who is now expected to sign the measure after negotiating changes to address his previous objections. “I can’t stress what a team effort this was. It was bipartisan,” said Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc), t…