Understanding the 2080 Hour Rule for Minnesota PAs

Host: Josh Loew, PA-C, MPAS
Guest: Becky Ness, PA-C

In this episode of the MAPA Podcast, host Josh Loew sits down with Becky Ness, PA-C, to unpack the details and impact of Minnesota’s 2080 Hour Rule, an important part of PA legislation that shapes how Physician Assistants practice across the state.

Together, they explore:

• The purpose and history behind the 2080 Hour Rule
• The difference between a collaborative agreement and a practice agreement
• The recent legislative changes affecting PA practice in Minnesota
• How MAPA’s advocacy efforts including grassroots engagement, PA Day on the Hill, and legislative partnerships helped bring these changes to life
• Ways that Minnesota PAs can get involved to continue supporting MAPA’s mission and future legislative wins

Whether you’re a practicing PA, a student, or simply interested in how state-level legislation influences the profession, this episode provides valuable insight into how collaboration, advocacy, and leadership continue to advance PA practice in Minnesota.