What regulatory bodies would you consider as you begin the Magnet Journey?

Assignment:
In your initial posting, include what you know about leading change and the regulatory environment. Remember to include your own experience with these types of situations (personal knowing), what the literature indicates regarding these issues (empiric knowing), what are the ethical considerations that must be taken into account (ethical knowing), and what you have learned by engaging in this discussion (aesthetic knowing).
You are the new CNO of a small, rural hospital. Previously, you were a director of a number of Medical ? Surgical units in a large Magnet hospital. You have informed the leadership team of the organization that you plan on beginning the Magnet journey. The senior nursing leadership refuses and tells you that this is not feasible at this institution. What regulatory bodies would you consider as you begin the Magnet Journey?