Jeff Merkley (D-OR)
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2025.
A Democratic resolution with 10 Republican cosponsors · See all 17 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2778)
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This bill supports the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, which is to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2025. It highlights the annual celebration starting on National Recognition Day for Nurses and ending on the birthday of Florence Nightingale. The text recognizes the important contributions nurses make in providing safe, high-quality health care and serving on the front lines during wartime, natural disasters, and public health emergencies. It notes that nurses represent the largest single component of the health care profession with over 4,900,000 registered nurses in the United States. Furthermore, the legislation highlights that nursing has been voted the most honest and ethical profession in the country. Finally, the resolution states that the Senate supports National Nurses Week and encourages the people of the United States to observe the week with appropriate recognition and activities.
Yes· 3 of 21
- Scored +3
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution acknowledges that nurses are positioned to increase access to nursing care and improve health outcomes.
- Scored +2
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Increased access to care and cost savings from better outcomes benefit low-income households.
- Scored +2
Would middle-income households be better off under this?
Increased access to care and cost savings from better outcomes benefit middle-class households.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Recognition of Nurses: The resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week and encourages the people of the United States to observe the week with appropriate recognition, ceremonies, activities, and programs as outlined in the resolving clause. This is a positive outcome because it honors the largest single component of the health care profession for their contributions and sacrifices during wartime, natural disasters, and public health emergencies.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would high-income households be better off under this? — Increased access to care and cost savings from better outcomes benefit high-income households. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Increased access to care and cost savings from better outcomes benefit low-income households. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Increased access to care and cost savings from better outcomes benefit middle-class households. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the need to strengthen nursing workforce development and education. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Broad improvements in healthcare access benefit all ethnic groups. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Broad improvements in healthcare access benefit all ethnic groups. Would children be better off under this? — Improved nursing care impacts patients of all stages of life, including children. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Broad improvements in healthcare access benefit all ethnic groups. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Improved nursing care impacts patients of all stages of life. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Broad improvements in healthcare access benefit all ethnic groups. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Improved healthcare access and patient advocacy benefit people with disabilities. Would retired people be better off under this? — Retirees benefit from improved health outcomes and nursing care. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Improved healthcare infrastructure benefits rural populations. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Improved nursing care impacts patients of all stages of life. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Improved healthcare infrastructure benefits urban populations. Would white Americans be better off under this? — Broad improvements in healthcare access benefit all ethnic groups. Would women be better off under this? — Positive recognition of a profession with high female representation. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Improved nursing care impacts patients of all stages of life.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution acknowledges that nurses are positioned to increase access to nursing care and improve health outcomes. Does this lower what a hospital stay costs? — The bill notes that increased nurse staffing can decrease lengthy hospital stays, leading to cost savings. Does this make the country readier for the next outbreak? — It recognizes nurses' roles in treating the sick during public health emergencies.
- 5/6/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2778)
- 17 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HRES-389: Supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2025.
- 119-HRES-1264: Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nurses Week", to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.
- 119-SRES-709: A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.
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