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Eliminating the Standard Care Arrangement (SCA): Myths vs. Facts
The proposed legislation to remove Ohio’s Standard Care Arrangement (SCA) is gaining momentum in the Statehouse. But with progress comes misinformation. Let’s set the record straight. Update on Senate Bill 258 and House Bill 449 >> Myth 1: Eliminating the SCA...
What Are Companion Bills — And Why They Matter for APRNs
Last week, OAAPN celebrated the introduction of Senate Bill 258 — The Better Access to Healthcare Act. This week, we are thrilled to share even bigger news: House Bill 449, identical legislation, has been introduced by Representatives McClain and Barhorst. That means...
APRN Full Practice Authority Gains Momentum with Senate and House Bills
On September 9, 2025, Ohio Senators George Lang and Mark Romanchuk introduced Senate Bill 258 — The Better Access to Healthcare Act, a historic step toward removing the outdated Standard Care Arrangement (SCA) for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). And now,...
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