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LB1051
Change to the Definition of Physician's Assistant or Associate
Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 3:18 AM
In one sentence
This bill changes a state law definition for physician assistants and associates by removing extra words from the text.
What it does
- Amends section 85-179.02 in the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska.
- Changes the legal wording that defines who counts as a physician's assistant or associate.
- Removes the phrase 'means shall mean' from the definition to fix grammar.
Who it affects
- People qualified by training and experience to act as an assistant to, or an associate of, a licensed physician
Limits and unknowns
- The bill text does not explain why the wording change was needed.
- Although the metadata states the bill passed, the last action listed is 'Indefinitely postponed' in April 2026, meaning it may not take effect.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Physician's assistant or associate
- A person who is qualified by training and experience to act as an assistant to, or an associate of, a licensed physician.
- Repeal
- To officially cancel the original version of a law so it no longer exists.
Official record
Sources
Official summary
Change a definition relating to the University of Nebraska
Official activity
Bill history
- Indefinitely postponed