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## [NLC Map Update: List of Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) States in 2026](https://engage.healthtrustjobs.com/nlc-map-list-of-nurse-licensure-compact-nlc-states)
Posted by [HealthTrust Workforce Solutions](https://engage.healthtrustjobs.com/author/healthtrust-workforce-solutions) on Jul 29, 2026, 9:00:00 AM
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*Updated July 29, 2026*
Great news for travel nurses! The list of Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) states continues to grow. Here's what states are in the Nurse Licensure Compact, and which ones may be joining soon, complete with an updated [NLC map](https://engage.healthtrustjobs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/nurse-licensure-compact-nlc-states-2026.jpg?width=911&height=477&name=nurse-licensure-compact-nlc-states-2026.jpg).
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## [Is Massachusetts a Compact Nursing State? Is Connecticut? What to Know about the NLC in 2026](https://engage.healthtrustjobs.com/massachusetts-connecticut-compact-nursing-state)
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Is Massachusetts a compact nursing state? Is Connecticut a compact state? What other states may join in 2026? Here's what you should know about which states are currently in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) and what to expect if you're a nurse or nurse traveler living or working in Connecticut or Massachusetts.
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## [Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC): What it is, How it Benefits Nurses, and How to Apply](https://engage.healthtrustjobs.com/what-is-the-nurse-licensure-compact-nlc-how-to-apply)
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Did you know that you can work in 40 states with just one license, including major travel nursing destinations like Colorado, Florida, Texas, and New England? Here’s everything you need to know about the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), how it can help your career, and how to apply for a compact state nursing license.
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