Proposed Regulations

Temporary Rule Part 2826 establishes the framework and processes for implementation of a confidential and non-disciplinary program for eligible nurse applicants designed to promote early identification of substance use/abuse or mental health condition; removal from nursing practice and entry into treatment; and for monitoring of compliance upon re-entry into nursing practice.

Creation of new chapter setting forth rules for nurse practitioners regarding certification of certain medical conditions for which qualifying patients may obtain cannabis, and for related purposes.

For hospitals to require criminal background checks every two years for each employee.

For hospitals to require criminal background checks every two years for each employee.

to provide the framework and regulation of EMS tiered response.

to provide the framework and regulation of EMS tiered response.

As part of the annual standard’s revision and development process, the Board of Nursing and representatives from Mississippi’s 15 community colleges practical nursing programs updated the PN Accreditation Standards and guidelines. The standards are on current best practices and validated by Practical Nursing faculty, deans, chairpersons, and directors.

This an amendment to the FFY-2022 Intended Use Plan which shows proposed projects to be funded and the terms of the assistance for the Drinking Water Systems Improvements Revolving Loan Fund; information is based on the anticipated funding from EPA 2022 State Revolving Fund Appropriation.

This an amendment to the FFY-2022 Intended Use Plan which shows proposed projects to be funded and the terms of the assistance for the Drinking Water Systems Improvements Revolving Loan Fund; information is based on the anticipated funding from EPA 2022 State Revolving Fund Appropriation.

This is a new regulation that allows pharmacy services that were not previously allowed.

This is an amendment to remove definitions that are outdated and are no longer in the regulations and to add new definitions to clarify the regulations.

To add new rule, amend rules, and repeal rules to reflect best practices recommended by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Louisiana Mississippi Hospice Palliative Care Organization, and National Fire Protection Association.

As part of the annual standard’s revision and development process, the Board of Nursing and representatives from Mississippi’s 15 community colleges practical nursing programs updated the PN Accreditation Standards and guidelines. The standards are on current best practices and validated by Practical Nursing faculty, deans, chairpersons, and directors.

This a request to withdraw the filing of a proposed new regulation that would have allowed a pharmacy to utilize another pharmacy to perform certain pharmacy services, which was not previously allowed

This is an amendment to remove definitions that are outdated and are no longer in the regulations and to add new definitions to clarify the regulations.

This is a new regulation that allows pharmacy services that were not previously allowed. Specific legal authority authorizing the promulgation of rule: 73-21-81

Chapters 2 and 6 were updated to remove and/or replace old rule numbers and references, remove redundancies, and modify formatting for consistency. Some changes were made to comport with statutory language and actual practice.

Chapters 1 – 6 were updated to remove and/or replace old rule numbers and references, remove redundancies, and modify formatting for consistency. Some changes were made to comport with statutory language and actual practice.

The entire document was updated to remove and/or replace old rule numbers and references, remove redundancies, and modify formatting for consistency. Some changes were made to comport with statutory language and actual practice.

The Office of Health Policy and Planning is proposing new regulations. This new rule outlines the authority, process, and guidelines for the Mississippi Rural Hospital Loan Program.

To provide for the framework and regulation of the non-transport EMS and non-emergency medical transport programs authorized by the Mississippi Legislature and signed by the governor in HB 821 and SB 2739.

To provide for the framework and regulation of the non-transport EMS and non-emergency medical transport programs authorized by the Mississippi Legislature and signed by the governor in HB 821 and SB 2739.

The Office of Health Policy and Planning is proposing new regulations. This new rule outlines the authority, process, and guidelines for the COVID-19 Mississippi Local Provider Innovation Grant Program.

Amend regulations to reflect name of new system as Mississippi Healthcare Data Registry System, update reporting requirements and procedures.

To add new rule, amend rules, and repeal rules to reflect best practices recommended by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Louisiana Mississippi Hospice Palliative Care Organization, and National Fire Protection Association.

To add new rule, amend rules, and repeal rules to reflect best practices recommended by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Louisiana Mississippi Hospice Palliative Care Organization, and National Fire Protection Association.

Amend regulations to reflect name of new system as Mississippi Healthcare Data Registry System, update reporting requirements and procedures.

To add new rule, amend rules, and repeal rules to reflect best practices recommended by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Louisiana Mississippi Hospice Palliative Care Organization, and National Fire Protection Association.

To amend rules by adding nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and clinical nurse specialist to reflect statute changes H.B. 657, 2022 Regular Legislative Session and federal guidelines.

To amend rules by adding nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and clinical nurse specialists to reflect statute change and federal guidelines.

To establish regulations and standards for Freestanding Emergency Rooms and compliance with S.B. 2735 and H.B. 657, 2022 Regular Legislative Session

To set regulation standards for Pilot Freestanding Emergency Rooms

Revision of the continuing education requirements and cycle for Physician Assistants to align with that of physicians, and for related purposes.

Creation of a new chapter setting forth rules for medical practitioners regarding certification of certain medical conditions for which patients may obtain cannabis, and for related purposes.

Revision of the continuing education requirements and cycle for Physician Assistants to align with that of physicians, and for related purposes.

Creation of a new chapter setting forth rules for medical practitioners regarding certification of certain medical conditions for which patients may obtain cannabis, and for related purposes.

Temporary Rule Part 2826 establishes the framework and processes for implementation of a confidential and non-disciplinary program for eligible nurse applicants designed to promote early identification of substance use/abuse; removal from nursing practice and entry into treatment; and for monitoring of compliance upon re-entry into nursing

The Mississippi Board of Nursing identifies Monitored Practice Hours as overly-restrictive of the APRN's practice.

To mitigate waiting time for EMS resources at Mississippi licensed hospitals

To mitigate waiting for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) resources of Mississippi licensed hospitals.

To mitigate waiting time for EMS resources at Mississippi licensed hospitals

To mitigate waiting for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) resources of Mississippi licensed hospitals.

Amend Rule 3.1.3 to add a definition for nonmedical weight control. The addition of this new rule (Rule 3.4.4) is necessary to comply with the new Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act of 2021. Relabeling of Rule 3.4.4 to Rule 3.4.5. Amend Rule 3.9.1(8) to comply with the Harris v. Anthony et al, lawsuit.

Amend Rule 3.1.3 to add a definition for nonmedical weight control. The addition of this new rule (Rule 3.4.4) is necessary to comply with the new Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act of 2021.

This is the Draft FFY-2022 Intended Use Plan which shows proposed projects to be funded and the terms of the assistance for the Drinking Water Systems Improvements Revolving Loan Fund; information is based on the anticipated funding from EPA 2022 State Revolving Fund Appropriation.

This is the Draft FFY-2022 Intended Use Plan which shows proposed projects to be funded and the terms of the assistance for the Drinking Water Systems Improvements Revolving Loan Fund; information is based on the anticipated funding from EPA 2022 State Revolving Fund Appropriation.

The Office of Health Policy and Planning would like to amend the Mississippi Conrad State 30 J-1 Visa Waiver Guidelines regulations to increase the fee to from $1,500 to $2,000. The fees help cover the administrative cost and subsequent services associated with reviewing and processing J-1 Visa applications, providing technical assistance and requesting a J-1 Visa support letter. This amendment would also include combining the site predetermination application and the physician application for the ARC program to expedite the review process.