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Recognizing and Promoting Perinatal Nurses: National Perinatal Nurses Week

This House Resolution thanks and promotes the profession of perinatal nurses by encouraging participation in National Perinatal Nurses Week. It aims to raise public awareness of their crucial role in caring for pregnant women and newborns, which can contribute to improved birth outcomes and reduced maternal mortality. Citizens can learn more about the support available during pregnancy and childbirth.
Key points
Highlights the critical role of perinatal nurses in prenatal, labor, delivery, and postpartum care, impacting the safety of mothers and babies.
Encourages the observance of National Perinatal Nurses Week (October 10-17) to increase public awareness of their work.
Addresses the persistent nursing shortage and high maternal mortality rates in the U.S., suggesting that supporting nurses can help mitigate these issues.
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Print number: 118_HRES_782
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Thanking and promoting the professions of perinatal nurses by encouraging participation in National Perinatal Nurses Week.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_782.

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 2023-10-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Highlights the critical role of perinatal nurses in prenatal, labor, delivery, and postpartum care, impacting the safety of mothers and babies.
  • Encourages the observance of National Perinatal Nurses Week (October 10-17) to increase public awareness of their work.
  • Addresses the persistent nursing shortage and high maternal mortality rates in the U.S., suggesting that supporting nurses can help mitigate these issues.
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. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14].

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 2025-12-24.

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