Legislative

We are the only professional association that aggressively pursues legislation on behalf of all registered nurses in North Carolina. Simply put, we are your voice at the General Assembly. NCNA stands up for patients and supports the nursing profession on key issues critical to our future.

NCNA maintains a legislative alert center to provide valuable information about the General Assembly, legislative session, and bills and actions that are key to the nursing profession and your practice.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein speaking at NCNA’s 2025 Day at the Legislature

APRN Full Practice Authority
Learn about NCNA’s push for APRN Full Practice Authority, including details on the legislation, endorsements, and ways you can take action through advocacy tools and volunteer opportunities.

Opportunities to Stay Involved
Explore various ways to stay involved in advocacy, from signing up for grassroots alerts and supporting legislative priorities to joining virtual educational events and engaging with NCNA’s grassroots network.

Legislative Updates
Stay informed with the latest legislative updates from NCNA and see how advocacy is shaping nursing in North Carolina.

Legislative Agenda
Discover NCNA’s comprehensive Legislative, Regulatory & Political Platform, outlining our policies on patient access, nursing education, workforce trends, scope-of-practice expansion, workplace safety, and governance. This page provides clear insight into what we support—and why.

Lobbyists
Patrick Ballantine and Alex Miller serve as NCNA’s primary lobbyists, helping ensure that lawmakers understand how bills impact the nursing profession and patient care.