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More Nurses in Schools: Boosting Student Health Support

This act aims to increase the number of nurses in public elementary and secondary schools, especially in under-resourced areas. This will provide children with better access to healthcare at school, potentially improving their health, attendance, and academic performance. The program offers grants to schools for hiring additional nurses.
Key points
Schools will receive grants to hire more nurses, particularly those with a high number of low-income students.
School nurses will support students' physical and mental health, help manage chronic conditions, and facilitate access to primary care.
The goal is to improve student attendance and academic achievement through enhanced healthcare within the school environment.
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Print number: 118_HR_3197
Sponsor: Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
Process start date: 2023-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NURSE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3197.

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 2023-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools will receive grants to hire more nurses, particularly those with a high number of low-income students.
  • School nurses will support students' physical and mental health, help manage chronic conditions, and facilitate access to primary care.
  • The goal is to improve student attendance and academic achievement through enhanced healthcare within the school environment.
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. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1].

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 2025-12-25.

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Education Health