A resolution recognizing 2026 as "The Year of The Power of Nurses" in Celebration of the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association.

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 583 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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119th CONGRESS
  2d Session
S. RES. 583

Recognizing 2026 as ``The Year of The Power of Nurses'' in Celebration 
      of the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            January 15, 2026

 Mr. Merkley submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
        the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

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                               RESOLUTION


 
Recognizing 2026 as ``The Year of The Power of Nurses'' in Celebration 
      of the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association.

Whereas nurses represent the largest segment of the healthcare workforce in the 
        United States, serving as the backbone of our healthcare system and as 
        trusted professionals who protect, educate, heal, and advocate for 
        patients and communities across every setting of care;
Whereas the American Nurses Association, founded in 1896, has stood as the 
        unified voice for the nation's nurses for 130 years, advancing the 
        profession through advocacy, education, and standards that safeguard the 
        health, safety, and well-being of the country;
Whereas, for more than a century, nurses have been on the frontlines of every 
        major health challenge, demonstrating extraordinary skill, courage, and 
        resilience whether responding to pandemics, delivering primary care, 
        conducting groundbreaking research, leading public health efforts, 
        educating the next generation, or shaping health policy;
Whereas The Power of Nurses represents the enduring strength, leadership, and 
        expertise of nurses, reflecting their role as caretakers, clinicians, 
        innovators, educators, mentors, and changemakers who expand access to 
        care and improve patient outcomes for all;
Whereas the year 2026 marks a momentous milestone, the 130th Anniversary of the 
        American Nurses Association, providing an opportunity to honor the 
        nursing profession's rich legacy, recognize the countless ways nurses 
        advance health and healing, and reaffirm their essential role in 
        sustaining the well-being of our country; and
Whereas it is fitting that we dedicate the year 2026 to celebrating and 
        recognizing The Power of Nurses, honoring their compassion, expertise, 
        and unwavering commitment to improving lives and shaping a healthier 
        future for us all: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) recognizes 2026 as ``The Year of The Power of Nurses'' 
        in recognition of the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses 
        Association; and
            (2) honors the extraordinary contributions of nurses to the 
        health, safety, and prosperity of the United States of America.
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