This bill helps nursing schools pay their faculty better to attract and retain qualified teachers. It addresses the ongoing shortage of nursing faculty, which affects the training of future nurses.
If you are a nursing student, this bill could help ensure you have qualified teachers in your classes.
Who this affects
Nursing faculty members · Nursing students
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill creates a program to help nursing schools pay their faculty more.
2It allows nursing schools to apply for grants to supplement faculty salaries.
3The goal is to attract and keep qualified nursing teachers.
4Schools must provide salary information to qualify for these grants.
5The program aims to address the shortage of nursing faculty.