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Public Health Nursing Act: $50 Billion to Expand Local Community Care.

This Act authorizes $50 billion over ten years to fund and expand local public health nursing teams across the US. The goal is to improve healthcare access, especially in underserved areas, by providing preventive services, nutrition education, and specialized maternal and infant care. The bill supports home visits and mobile clinics to facilitate chronic disease management and infectious disease prevention.
Key points
Funding for recruiting and hiring public health nurses by state and local health departments, focusing on rural and low-income areas.
Services will prioritize improving maternal and infant health outcomes, chronic disease management, and preventive care.
Grants prioritize applicants who offer culturally and linguistically appropriate services and support employee labor rights.
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Print number: 118_S_2639
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Health Nursing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2639.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for recruiting and hiring public health nurses by state and local health departments, focusing on rural and low-income areas.
  • Services will prioritize improving maternal and infant health outcomes, chronic disease management, and preventive care.
  • Grants prioritize applicants who offer culturally and linguistically appropriate services and support employee labor rights.
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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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 2025-12-30.

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Health Public Investments