Nursing Compact States | Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) - nursejournal.org
Nursing Compact States have adopted the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), allowing nurses to practice across state lines without needing additional licenses in participating states.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Telehealth Cross-State Licensing space on August 9, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Nurses and telehealth providers operating in Nursing Compact States. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Ongoing as states adopt the compact.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Telehealth Cross-State Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Nurses can now practice in multiple states without obtaining separate licenses, streamlining cross-state telehealth services.
Who it affects
Nurses and telehealth providers operating in Nursing Compact States.
What you must do
Verify if your state is part of the NLC and ensure compliance with any specific state regulations.
Deadline
Ongoing as states adopt the compact.
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