HB 2748 — Use of nursing titles by nonhuman entities, including AI agents (Oregon Laws 2025, ch. 378)

Summary

Adds a rule to Oregon's nursing statutes (ORS 678.010 to 678.410) barring any nonhuman entity, expressly including an agent powered by artificial intelligence, from using listed nursing titles and abbreviations: APRN, CRNA, CNS, LPN, RN, NP, certified medication aide and certified nursing assistant. The act restricts the use of titles only; it does not otherwise regulate the clinical use of AI.

Key dates

1. June 24, 2025Enacted
2. January 1, 2026Takes effect
3. October 16, 2026Checked against sources

Developments are added when the record is reviewed. Next review: October 16, 2027.

Evidence

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1. Filed in the office of Secretary of State June 24, 2025 Effective date January 1, 2026

   Supports: Chapter number, filing date and effective date

   Approved by the Governor June 24, 2025

   Supports: Date of the Governor's approval

   Oregon Laws 2025, Chapter 378 (HB 2748) Oregon State Legislature Primary source

2. A nonhuman entity, including but not limited to an agent powered by arti- ficial intelligence, may not use any of the following titles:

   Supports: The prohibition and its application to AI agents

   Enrolled House Bill 2748 Oregon Legislative Information System Primary source