Bills · HRES 1010
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 1010Health
Recognizing 2026 as "The Year of The Power of Nurses" in Celebration of the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association.
INTRO JAN 20· LAST ACTION JAN 20
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- Non-binding
- Commemorative
LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it's a symbolic gesture from a branch of the U.S. government to acknowledge the profound impact nurses have on the country's health and safety. While it doesn't offer direct policy changes or funding, official recognition can elevate the profession's profile, encourage public appreciation, and highlight the critical role nurses play, especially in light of ongoing healthcare challenges.
If this bill becomes law, it provides a specific year for national reflection and celebration of nurses. If it doesn't pass, the 130th anniversary of the American Nurses Association would likely still be observed, but without this specific, formal congressional endorsement.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Designates the year 2026 as "The Year of The Power of Nurses."
This provision provides formal congressional recognition and a specific timeframe to honor the nursing profession and its history.
PROVISION 02
Honors the extraordinary contributions of nurses to the health, safety, and prosperity of the United States.
This explicitly acknowledges the value and impact of nurses from a legislative body.
PROVISION 03
Celebrates the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association.
This recognizes a significant milestone for a key organization representing nurses nationwide.
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YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
38
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 20
Submitted in House
JAN 20
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 1010
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 20, 2026
Last actionJan 20, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 20, 2026
House Res.HRES 1010Health
Recognizing 2026 as "The Year of The Power of Nurses" in Celebration of the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association.
INTRODUCED JAN 20, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 20, 2026
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