4 states seeking fewer regulations for nurse practitioners

The following are states pursuing legislation that would lessen restrictions for nurse practitioners, as reported Becker's since Feb. 27:

1. Wisconsin: Lawmakers have proposed a bill that would create an advanced practice registered nurse license and allow these APRNs to work without a collaborating physician.
2. Michigan: Legislators have recently introduced a bill that would allow nurse practitioners to practice with fewer restrictions.
3. Oklahoma: Lawmakers are pushing for a bill that would allow nurse practitioners to prescribe certain medications without a supervising physician. 
4. Missouri: New legislation would allow nurse practitioners to practice without a collaborating physician.