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Committee backs telehealth option for sexual‑assault forensic exams, sets standards for forensic‑nursing advisory council
Summary
A bill to authorize telehealth‑assisted sexual‑assault forensic examinations and to establish a Virginia Forensic Nursing Advisory Council drew bipartisan support; senators asked clarifying language to ensure examiners are Virginia‑licensed and available for court testimony if needed.
Senator Perry introduced a bill to authorize telehealth‑assisted sexual‑assault forensic examinations (SANE/forensic nurse practice) and to create a Virginia Forensic Nursing Advisory Council to set education and training standards for forensic examiners.
The sponsor said the bill responds to a shortage of forensic nurses in many parts of the Commonwealth and would allow certified Virginia forensic nurses to provide…
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