Resources

Client Alerts, News Articles, Blog Posts, & Multimedia

Everything you need to know about BMD and the industry.

Ohio Board of Nursing Proposes Rule Changes for Nurses

Client Alert
January 14, 2026

On Monday, January 12, 2026, the Ohio Board of Nursing released a package of proposed changes to the Ohio Administrative Code.  While most of the rules had no proposed changes or merely proofreading changes, there was one rule change that will be of significant interest to our LPN, RN, and APRN clients.

Ohio Board of Nursing Proposed Rule Changes - a medical professional's arm holding a stethescope.

OAC 4723-14-01 sets forth definitions related to continuing education (CE) requirements.  There are two proposed changes that Ohio nurses should be watching. 

First, under Section (E), the definition for “Category A” credits would be adjusted to allow for CE credits that may be offered by an approved organization that is not headquartered in Ohio.  This may expand a nurse’s CE opportunities. 

Second, under Section (U), the “Reporting Period” definition would be adjusted.  LPNs, RNs, and APRNs would now have a reporting period of July 1 – June 30 in odd numbered years.  (The current reporting period is November through October.)  If this change is adopted, nurses will want to be aware, so that they don’t miss any deadlines. 

As a reminder, proposed changes to the Ohio Administrative Code trigger a public hearing.  As such, If you or your organization wish to submit comments or give testimony on any of the proposed rules discussed herein, please note that there is a hearing scheduled for February 13, 2026.

If you would like assistance with laws governing Ohio’s nurses or in preparing comments on potential regulatory changes, please contact BMD Health Law Group member, Jeana Singleton at jmsingleton@bmdllc.com or 330-253-2001. 

 

Ohio Board of NursingHealthcareHealth Law
Client Alert

Corporate Transparency Act Ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court

January 24, 2025The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled on the enforceability of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), lifting an injunction previously imposed by the Fifth Circuit. However, a separate nationwide injunction remains in effect, meaning businesses are still not required to comply with the CTA’s reporting requirements. FinCEN continues to accept voluntary reporting while enforcement remains paused.Client Alert

Lead Paint Contamination and Resources for Ohio Landlords

January 20, 2025Children are exposed to lead-based paint, which was used in most homes until it was banned in the US in 1978 and “can severely damage the brain and central nervous system causing coma, convulsions and even death.” Property owners and landlords should educate themselves on regulations and resources to mitigate their own liability.Client Alert

Will Student-Athlete Collectives Survive NIL Changes?

January 20, 2025By July 2025 the landscape of student-athlete funding will look nothing like the current landscape, so preparing now is a must. If you are a student-athlete, the parent of a student-athlete, a university/college, or “booster”, it behooves you to understand these evolving issues.Client Alert

Ohio's Recent Rule Changes to Administration of Immunizations, Outpatient Pharmacy Delivery, and Mobile Response Services

January 20, 2025The Ohio Board of Pharmacy (“BOP”) and Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (“OMHAS”) recently posted notices of Ohio Administrative Code rule changes related to the administration of immunizations (BOP), outpatient pharmacy delivery services (BOP), and mobile response and stabilization services (OMHAS).Client Alert

HOA Construction Project Do’s and Don’ts

January 20, 2025Local regulators can approve new construction, but if a resident contacts their homeowners association there may be trouble. Fences, yard alterations, and backyard decks do not have to be such a hassle and a point of conflict. Find out general Do’s and Don’ts to help HOA residents avoid issues in this article by BMD Partner Scott Heasley.
Older posts
Newer posts