Delaware HB475 amends Title 24 to establish the Delaware Nursing Advancement Fund.

Delaware HB475 amends Title 24 to establish the Delaware Nursing Advancement Fund, a special budgetary fund administered by the Division of Professional Regulation. Starting January 1, 2027, all disciplinary fines imposed by the Board and a $10 surcharge on nursing licenses will be credited to the fund. The fund's principal amount will be awarded annually to a Delaware nonprofit organization that studies the nursing workforce, facilitates partnerships, educates the public, and distributes information about nursing opportunities.

Delaware HB475 amends Title 24 to establish the Delaware Nursing Advancement Fund.

Delaware HB475 amends Title 24 to establish the Delaware Nursing Advancement Fund, a special budgetary fund administered by the Division of Professional Regulation. Starting January 1, 2027, all disciplinary fines imposed by the Board and a $10 surcharge on nursing licenses will be credited to the fund. The fund's principal amount will be awarded annually to a Delaware nonprofit organization that studies the nursing workforce, facilitates partnerships, educates the public, and distributes information about nursing opportunities.