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Funding Accelerated Nursing Programs to Combat Nurse Shortages.

This law authorizes $10 million annually from 2024 through 2028 to expand accelerated nursing degree programs nationwide. The goal is to rapidly increase the number of graduating nurses, improving healthcare access and quality for the public. The funding supports hiring faculty, increasing clinical training sites, and providing financial aid to students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds.
Key points
$10 million authorized annually (through 2028) to create and expand fast-track nursing education programs.
Increased opportunities for career changers and students from disadvantaged backgrounds to quickly become registered nurses.
Aims to improve healthcare staffing levels and reduce wait times by addressing the national nurse shortage.
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Additional Information
Stop Nurse Shortages Act
Print number: HR 8330
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Process start date: 2024-05-08