Advocacy
California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Responds to Preliminary Injunction Protecting Advanced Nursing Education
Today, Kristen Roman, DNAP, CRNA, President of the California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (CANA), issued the following statement in response to the June 24, 2026, court order temporarily blocking the U.S. Education Department’s rule, which was set to go into effect on July 1:
Read MoreCANA Responds to California Attorney General Bonta and Multistate Coalition for Defending Student Loan Pathways for Nurses
Today, Kristen Roman, DNAP, CRNA, President of the California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (CANA), issued the following statement responding to the lawsuit filed May 19, 2026 by a coalition of 24 attorneys general, including Attorney General Bonta, and the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania:
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CANA Responds to California Attorney General Bonta and Multistate Coalition for Defending Student Loan Pathways for Nurses
(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Today, Kristen Roman, DNAP, CRNA, President of the California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (CANA), issued the following statement responding to the lawsuit filed May 19, 2026 by a coalition of 24 attorneys…
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AB 876 Signed: California Reaffirms CRNAs’ Independent Practice Authority
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 876 (Flora) into law, reaffirming Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists’ (CRNAs) essential role in the state’s health care system. The legislation codifies current, safe, and effective practices, ensuring CRNAs can continue delivering high-quality anesthesia care independently, thereby strengthening patient access, workforce stability, and health care equity.
Read MoreAB 876 (Flora) Moves to Governor Newsom’s Desk
Today, Emily Francke, CRNA, President of the California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (CANA), issued the following statement in response to the California Legislature passing AB 876 (Flora) with strong, bipartisan support.
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AB 876 (Flora) Passes Out of First Policy Committee Hearing
(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Today, Emily Francke, CRNA, President of the California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (CANA), issued the following statement in response to the California Assembly Committee on Business and Professions passing AB 876 by Assemblymember Heath Flora (R-Ripon) on…
Read MoreCalifornia’s Major Labor Organizations Representing the Nursing Profession Support CANA-sponsored Bill AB 876 by Assemblymember Flora
(SACRAMENTO, CA)Â – Today, the California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (CANA) announced support for its sponsored bill AB 876 by Assemblymember Heath Flora (R-Ripon) from the California Nurses Association / National Nurses United, United Nurses Association…
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CANA Commends California Board of Registered Nursing
CANA President Emily Francke, CRNA today issued the following statement commending the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) for their unanimous vote in support of AB 876 (Flora) during their board meeting on March 20, 2025.
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CANA Sponsors Legislation to Increase Access to Anesthesia Care and Prevent Disruptions
Assemblymember Heath Flora (R-Ripon) introduced his California Anesthesia Access Package, a comprehensive legislative package to increase access to high-quality and coordinated anesthesia services and ensure uninterrupted care for Californians throughout the state.
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California Legislature Recognizes Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists During CRNA Appreciation Week 2025
The California State Senate and Assembly recognized the invaluable contributions of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists / Anesthetists (CRNAs). These resolutions celebrate the critical role CRNAs play in delivering safe, independent, and cost-effective anesthesia care throughout California.
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