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2026 NCSBN Environmental Scan: Evidence in Action Now Available

NCSBN's 2026 Environmental Scan is now available for free in the Journal of Nursing Regulation (JNR).

Posted 01/26/2026

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The Necessity of Innovation: Protecting the Public Through Progress

Innovation is a necessity. NCSBN is exploring technology to improve how candidates take the NCLEX both inside and outside of traditional test centers.

Posted 11/10/2025

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Interstate Commission of NLC Administrators Elects 2025 Executive Committee Member in Special Election

The Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators, the governing body of the Nurse Licensure Compact, announces a returning member of its Executive Committee, elected to a two-year term in a special election.

Posted 11/03/2025

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2026 APRN Roundtable

The NCSBN APRN Roundtable is an opportunity for advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) stakeholders to discuss matters of common interest which impact APRN regulation.