S.1482 - National Nursing Workforce Center Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
S.1482, the National Nursing Workforce Center Act of 2025, aims to address the nursing shortage by amending the Public Health Service Act. It establishes state-based nursing workforce centers through a pilot program. The bill also focuses on data collection, analysis, and strategic planning to support and expand the nursing workforce.
Expected Effects
The Act would create a pilot program for state nursing workforce centers. These centers would conduct research, provide workforce planning, and implement programs to support and retain nurses. The Act also expands health workforce analysis to include specific support for nursing workforce centers.
Potential Benefits
- Improved data collection and analysis regarding the nursing workforce.
- Increased support for nursing education programs and faculty.
- Enhanced recruitment and retention of nurses in various settings.
- Better preparation of nurses for public health crises and addressing social determinants of health.
- Strategic workforce planning to address nursing shortages.
Potential Disadvantages
- The pilot program is limited to two years, which may not be sufficient for long-term impact assessment.
- The matching requirement for grants may be a barrier for some states or organizations.
- Funding is capped at $1,500,000 per fiscal year, potentially limiting the scope of the program.
- The effectiveness of the program depends on the ability of the Secretary to select and manage the grant recipients effectively.
- Potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies in establishing and managing the new centers.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble). Congress has the power to enact legislation that promotes the health and well-being of the population. The establishment of nursing workforce centers falls under this purview. The Act does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).