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Read. Follow. Verify.1955 Senate Hearings on Practical Nursing Education
Record date · July 20, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript of 1955 U.S. Senate subcommittee hearings regarding proposed legislation (S. 929 and S. 886) aimed at establishing federal support for practical nursing training programs.
The hearings represent the legislative process for determining whether the federal government should provide funding and oversight for the training of practical nurses to address workforce shortages.
Who It Affects
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Practical Nurses
The proposed legislation directly concerns the standards and funding for their professional training.
Nursing Educators
The legislation impacts the structure and funding of the programs they operate.
Key Facts
- The hearings were held on April 13 and 14, 1955.
- The primary focus was the evaluation of S. 929 and Title III of S. 886.
- The subject matter concerns the federal role in the education and training of practical nurses.
- The proceedings were conducted by the Subcommittee on Health of the Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare.
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- The hearings took place during the first session of the 84th Congress.
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