Relative to certification requirements for school nurses.

HB208 is a bill proposing changes to the certification requirements for school nurses. If passed, this bill would set new standards for school nurse qualifications to ensure they are well-prepared to handle the health needs of students. The bill affects all school nurses within the state, potentially changing their professional requirements and training.

As of March 12, 2025, the bill has been referred to the Senate and is currently under review. It has passed its first committee review in the House and is now in the Senate, where it has been rereferred to a committee for further discussion. The next key step is the committee's report, which will determine the bill's next steps.

Recent actions include a public hearing in the House on January 27, 2025, and a committee report on February 12, 2025, where it was recommended to pass with an amendment. The bill was then introduced to the Senate on March 6, 2025, and has been referred for further review.