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Statement from the Tri-Council for Nursing: Supporting Those Impacted by the Texas Flooding

The Tri-Council for Nursing extends its deepest concern and support to the individuals, families and communities impacted by the flooding in Texas.

Posted 07/11/2025

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Pennsylvania to Fully Implement Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) July 7, 2025

Pennsylvania will fully implement the NLC on July 7, 2025, allowing registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPN/VNs) who are Pennsylvania residents to have one multistate license, with the ability to practice in person or via telehealth, in both their home state and other NLC states.

Posted 06/24/2025

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Celebrate the Power of Nurses during National Nurses Week 2025

The Tri-Council for Nursing, an alliance of five national nursing organizations focused on nursing education, regulation and practice, salutes the nation’s 5.7 million licensed nurses during National Nurses Week, May 6-12.

Posted 05/01/2025

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2025 NCSBN Annual Meeting

The 2025 NCSBN Annual Meeting is a three-day event, Aug. 13-15, 2025. This gathering of nursing regulators from across the country and the world includes the Delegate Assembly, candidate forum, committee forum, education sessions and elections.