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Train More Nurses Act
3/13/2024, 10:21 PM
Summary of Bill S 2853
Bill 118 s 2853, also known as the Train More Nurses Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the shortage of nurses in the United States by providing funding for training programs and educational opportunities for individuals interested in pursuing a career in nursing.
The bill proposes to allocate funds to support the development of nursing education programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. This includes funding for scholarships, grants, and other financial assistance for students pursuing a nursing degree. Additionally, the bill aims to increase the number of nursing faculty members in order to expand the capacity of nursing schools to train more students.
Furthermore, the Train More Nurses Act seeks to improve the diversity of the nursing workforce by providing support for programs that recruit and retain individuals from underrepresented communities. This includes funding for outreach efforts to encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to pursue a career in nursing. Overall, the Train More Nurses Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the shortage of nurses in the United States by providing funding for training programs, educational opportunities, and support for underrepresented communities. If passed, this bill has the potential to significantly increase the number of qualified nurses in the workforce and improve access to quality healthcare for all Americans.
The bill proposes to allocate funds to support the development of nursing education programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. This includes funding for scholarships, grants, and other financial assistance for students pursuing a nursing degree. Additionally, the bill aims to increase the number of nursing faculty members in order to expand the capacity of nursing schools to train more students.
Furthermore, the Train More Nurses Act seeks to improve the diversity of the nursing workforce by providing support for programs that recruit and retain individuals from underrepresented communities. This includes funding for outreach efforts to encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to pursue a career in nursing. Overall, the Train More Nurses Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the shortage of nurses in the United States by providing funding for training programs, educational opportunities, and support for underrepresented communities. If passed, this bill has the potential to significantly increase the number of qualified nurses in the workforce and improve access to quality healthcare for all Americans.
Congressional Summary of S 2853
Train More Nurses Act
This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Labor to jointly report on existing grant programs that support the nurse workforce.
The report must include recommendations on how to change the grant programs to (1) increase nurse faculty in underserved areas, (2) provide more pathways for experienced nurses to become faculty at schools of nursing, and (3) support pathways for licensed practical nurses to become registered nurses.
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Current Status of Bill S 2853
Bill S 2853 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since January 24, 2024. Bill S 2853 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 19, 2023. Bill S 2853's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of January 29, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2853
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2853
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Employment and training programs
- Nursing
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2853
Train More Nurses Act
Train More Nurses Act
Train More Nurses Act
A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Secretary of Labor to conduct a study and issue a report on grant programs to support the nursing workforce.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2853
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