Nursing Workforce Development Act

Official: Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2025

IntroducedMay 23, 2025

HealthHealth programs administration and fundingEmployment and training programsHealth personnelNursingMedical education

Why This Matters

This bill aims to improve nursing education and address workforce shortages by increasing funding and supporting various nursing programs. It also promotes partnerships to enhance clinical training opportunities for nursing students.

If you are a nursing student or considering a nursing career, this bill could improve your education and job opportunities.

Affects: Nursing students, nursing faculty, and health care facilities will benefit from this bill.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill increases funding for nursing education programs. 2. It supports nurse practitioner, nurse-midwifery, and nurse anesthesia programs. 3. The bill aims to address nursing workforce shortages by increasing faculty and student numbers. 4. It encourages partnerships between nursing schools and health care facilities for clinical education. 5. The funding will be available from 2026 to 2030.

Who is affected?

Nursing students, nursing faculty, and health care facilities will benefit from this bill.

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