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Funding Advanced Nurse Training to Boost Community Healthcare Access.

This bill establishes a national program to fund hospitals for training Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), such as Nurse Practitioners. The goal is to increase the supply of highly skilled nurses and direct their clinical education toward community settings and underserved areas, improving overall access to primary care for citizens.
Key points
Increases the number of highly qualified nurses (APRNs), potentially reducing wait times and improving the quality of care, especially in specialized fields.
Requires that at least half of the clinical training occurs outside hospitals (e.g., in clinics, nursing homes), strengthening local, community-based healthcare services.
Funding is drawn from Medicare funds to cover the costs of clinical education provided through new regional training hubs.
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Print number: 118_S_1586
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Process start date: 2023-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Educating Future Nurses Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1586.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the number of highly qualified nurses (APRNs), potentially reducing wait times and improving the quality of care, especially in specialized fields.
  • Requires that at least half of the clinical training occurs outside hospitals (e.g., in clinics, nursing homes), strengthening local, community-based healthcare services.
  • Funding is drawn from Medicare funds to cover the costs of clinical education provided through new regional training hubs.
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 Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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