National Nursing Workforce Center Act of 2025

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 19Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held.

Summary

**What it does:** This bill would establish a National Nursing Workforce Center to address nursing shortages and workforce challenges across the United States. **Who it affects:** - Current and prospective nurses - Healthcare facilities (hospitals, clinics, nursing homes) - Patients receiving healthcare services - Healthcare education institutions - State and local governments managing healthcare workforce planning **What would change:** The center would likely collect data on nursing workforce trends, coordinate training programs, and develop strategies to recruit and retain nurses. It could lead to improved distribution of nurses across geographic areas and healthcare settings, potentially reducing staffing shortages that affect patient care quality and wait times. **Current status:** The bill is currently under review in a Senate committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate or House of Representatives. *Note: Specific details about funding, structure, and exact functions would depend on the bill's final language.*

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