APRNs stand ready and willing to improve access to care across.
Federal HHS Secretary calls for lifting restrictions during COVID-19.
The Southeast U.S. remains the most restricted area for APRNs.
Now is the time to push forward on permanently removing APRN practice barriers.
Increased engagement of nurses in professional advocacy is needed.
Keywords: APRNs; Access to Care; COVID-19; Federal Health and Human Services; Governors executive orders.