Bill · H.Res. 1264· House(119-HRES-1264)
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nurses Week", to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.
- Introduced
- 5/7/2026
- Last activity
- 5/7/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- David Joyce
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate 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 is observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026. It recognizes the significant contributions nurses make to the United States health care system. The text highlights the role of nurses as patient advocates and essential components of the public health infrastructure. It also notes the importance of nursing in providing leadership and improving health outcomes. Finally, the resolution encourages the American people to observe the week with recognition and activities.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+2
The resolution notes that nurses are well-positioned to increase access to nursing care throughout the United States.
Does this make the country readier for the next outbreak?+1
The text acknowledges nurses' role in treating the sick during public health emergencies.
Does this make college cost less?+1
The resolution highlights the need to support nursing education pathways and workforce development.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Contributions: The resolution recognizes the significant contributions nurses make to the health care system of the United States. This serves to honor the profession and its impact on the lives of people across all stages of life. (Resolution, Section 2)
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Public Health Awareness: The resolution encourages the people of the United States to observe National Nurses Week through ceremonies, activities, and programs. This can demonstrate the importance of nurses to the everyday lives of patients. (Resolution, Section 3)
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Improved Patient Outcomes: The text notes that increasing nurse staffing levels can decrease the risk of patient complications and lengthy hospital stays, which results in cost savings. (Whereas clause regarding staffing levels)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the text provided.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+2Improves Pandemic Preparedness+1
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+1Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+1
- 5/7/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
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-SRES-206: A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2025.
- 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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