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Senate Commerce Holds Hearing on Nursing Education

Nurses Vertical (Jan. 29, 2026) – Today, the Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing on Senate Bill 334. The legislation facilitates nursing workforce development by requiring nursing schools to set instructor education levels for state approval. The committee hear testimony from the following:

Proponents:

  • Rachel Monger, LeadingAge Kansas.

Opponents:

  • Kelly Sommers, member of the public.