arrow_back Back to App

Nursing Workforce Support: New Programs and Data Centers

This act aims to strengthen the nursing workforce in the U.S. by establishing and supporting nursing data centers. This means citizens can expect better access to healthcare, as these programs will help increase the number of nurses and improve their training quality. Ultimately, this should lead to a more stable healthcare system for everyone.
Key points
Creation of a pilot program to support state-based nursing workforce data centers, helping to better understand staffing needs.
Funding for research into nursing shortages, recruitment, and retention, aiming to improve healthcare accessibility.
Support for nursing schools to increase graduates and enhance education quality.
Development of programs to recruit and retain nurses in various settings, including rural and underserved areas.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8817
Sponsor: Rep. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-09-14
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Nursing Workforce Center Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8817.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a pilot program to support state-based nursing workforce data centers, helping to better understand staffing needs.
  • Funding for research into nursing shortages, recruitment, and retention, aiming to improve healthcare accessibility.
  • Support for nursing schools to increase graduates and enhance education quality.
  • Development of programs to recruit and retain nurses in various settings, including rural and underserved areas.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

CATEGORIES

Health Education Labor