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Support Faculty and Expand Access to Nursing School Act of 2023

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3263

Bill 118 HR 3263, also known as the Support Faculty and Expand Access to Nursing School Act of 2023, aims to address the shortage of nursing faculty and increase access to nursing education programs in the United States. The bill proposes several key provisions to achieve these goals.

First, the bill seeks to provide funding for the recruitment and retention of nursing faculty. This includes offering competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and support for research and scholarship. By investing in faculty, the bill aims to attract and retain qualified educators who can train the next generation of nurses.

Second, the bill aims to expand access to nursing education programs, particularly in underserved communities. This includes funding for the development of new nursing schools, as well as support for existing programs to increase capacity and improve quality. By expanding access to nursing education, the bill seeks to address the growing demand for healthcare professionals and ensure that all communities have access to high-quality care. Overall, the Support Faculty and Expand Access to Nursing School Act of 2023 is a comprehensive effort to address the nursing faculty shortage and increase access to nursing education programs. By investing in faculty and expanding educational opportunities, the bill aims to strengthen the nursing workforce and improve healthcare outcomes for all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 3263

Support Faculty and Expand Access to Nursing School Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to nursing schools with shortages of nursing faculty or clinical preceptors (nurses who supervise nursing students during clinical rotations) for efforts to recruit and retain those positions.

Current Status of Bill HR 3263

Bill HR 3263 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2023. Bill HR 3263 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2023.  Bill HR 3263's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of May 12, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3263

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3263

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Education programs funding
- Government information and archives
- Health programs administration and funding
- Higher education
- Medical education
- Nursing

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3263

Support Faculty and Expand Access to Nursing School Act of 2023
Support Faculty and Expand Access to Nursing School Act of 2023
To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize grants to increase and support nurse faculty and clinical preceptors, and for other purposes.

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