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Attention:

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.

The Oregon State Board of Nursing will meet on August 8 at 3:30 pm. via teleconference, during which extensive portions will be held in Executive Session for disciplinary proceedings, as authorized by ORS 192.501, ORS 192.502, and ORS 192.660. The first hour will be conducted as a public session; please see meeting agenda for public access information.

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