2026 Virtual Legislative Nursing Summit

February 24 – March 31, 2026
Virtual

MNA’s 2026 Annual Legislative Nursing Summit is being held virtually beginning on Tuesday, February 24th. As always, it will spotlight the vital role of nursing leadership in the legislative arena. The summit emphasizes the importance of nurses being actively involved as advocates for both their patients and the nursing profession. Nurses and nursing students who attend gain valuable insight into how nurses influence policy, shape healthcare legislation, and create meaningful change through civic engagement and professional advocacy.

Register now! Earn 5.0 Hours of CE.

Topics & Presenters:

“Inside the Legislature: A Lawmaker’s Perspective on Nursing and Health Policy” – Donnie Scoggin, FNP, Mississippi House of Representatives District 89

“From Policy to Practice: Nursing Advocacy Now and for the Future” – Caley Stogner, DNP, RN 

“Strengthening Nursing’s Voice: The Power of a PAC” – Mary Ellen Stewart, PhD, RN, Director, MNA Council on Health Affairs

“The Power of Nurse Advocacy: From Classroom to Career – A Panel Discussion” –  Presenters TBA

“The Legislative Landscape: Bills Impacting Nursing and Patient Care” – Teresa Malone, MNA Executive Director,

Details:

Cancellation and Refund Policy:  No refunds will be granted for this event. If rebilling of a credit card charge is necessary, or a check is returned for insufficient funds, a $40 processing fee will be charged.

The Mississippi Nurses’ Association (MNA) reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during the event. By registering for this event, you are giving consent for the use of your name, portrait, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events, activities, social media, and publications. MNA sponsorship does not imply MNA endorsement. 

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The Mississippi Nurses’ Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.