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House Resolution Supporting National Nurses Week 2026

Original title: Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nurses Week", to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.

May 7, 2026

nursinghealthcarepublic healthprofessional recognition

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Last action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.May 7, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This serves as an official federal acknowledgment of the nursing profession, encouraging public recognition and ceremonies during the designated week in May 2026.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Registered Nurses

The resolution formally recognizes their professional contributions and advocates for increased workforce development and education support.

Nursing Students

The resolution expresses support for nursing education pathways and workforce development programs.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This formally recognizes the contributions of nurses to the U.S. healthcare system and supports the observance of National Nurses Week from May 6 to May 12, 2026. It highlights the role of nurses in patient advocacy, public health, and clinical research.

Key Facts

  • The House of Representatives officially supports the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week.
  • National Nurses Week is designated to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.
  • The resolution recognizes nurses as the largest single component of the U.S. healthcare profession, with an estimated 5,000,000 registered nurses.
  • The resolution cites that increased nurse staffing levels are associated with decreased patient complications and shorter hospital stays.
  • The resolution encourages the public to hold ceremonies and activities to recognize the importance of nurses.
  • The resolution identifies the need to strengthen nursing workforce development, including increasing doctorally prepared faculty.
  • The resolution supports nursing education pathways, including for post-baccalaureate students.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution provide funding for nursing programs?
No, this is a non-binding that expresses support and recognition; it does not appropriate funds or mandate new spending.
What is the significance of the dates May 6 to May 12?
May 6 is recognized as National Recognition Day for Nurses, and May 12 is the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

Why It Matters

This serves as an official federal acknowledgment of the nursing profession, encouraging public recognition and ceremonies during the designated week in May 2026.

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Focus on Nursing Education

The resolution explicitly calls for strengthening nursing workforce development and increasing the number of doctorally prepared faculty, signaling a legislative interest in addressing nursing shortages through education.

American Nurses Association

Connected Entities

personJen Kiggans“U.S. Representative from Virginia who co-sponsored the resolution.”Map →
personFlorence Nightingale“Historical figure whose birthday marks the end of National Nurses Week.”Map →
organizationHouse Committee on Energy and Commerce“The committee to which the resolution was referred.”Map →
organizationAmerican Nurses Association“The organization credited with founding National Nurses Week.”Map →
personDavid Joyce“U.S. Representative from Ohio who introduced the resolution.”Map →
personLauren Underwood“U.S. Representative who co-sponsored the resolution.”Map →
personSuzanne Bonamici“U.S. Representative who co-sponsored the resolution.”Map →

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