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Jeff Merkley (D-OR)

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.

S.Res. 709 · Senate resolution Health

A Democratic resolution with 11 Republican cosponsors · See all 24 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2175)

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. 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 resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, which takes place from May 6 through May 12, 2026. The Senate intends to recognize the significant contributions nurses make to the United States health care system. It highlights how nurses serve on the front lines during emergencies and act as patient advocates. The document notes that nurses are a massive part of the health care profession and are essential to public health. Ultimately, the Senate resolves to support the week's ideals and encourages the public to observe it through various activities and recognition.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Scored +2

    Does this make health care easier to get in general?

    The resolution highlights how nurses are well-positioned to increase access to nursing care throughout the United States.

  • Scored +1

    Does this put more money into medical research?

    The resolution highlights the importance of providing education to nurse research scientists to develop new care models.

  • Scored +1

    Would women be better off under this?

    The resolution supports the nursing profession, which is a major employment sector for women.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.