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The global spread of COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) is a rapidly evolving situation. As directed by Governor Kate Brown, the Board of Nursing offices are closed to in-person public business for the duration of the COVID-19 state of emergency. For pandemic-related information for nurses, please visit the OSBN COVID-19 information webpage. Read about Governor Brown's plans to reopen the state here.

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