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This resolution requests Governor Kathy Hochul to officially proclaim May 6-12, 2025, as Nurses Week in New York State, recognizing the critical importance of registered nurses in the healthcare system. The resolution highlights several key points about the nursing profession, including that there are nearly 2.9 million registered nurses nationwide, with over 256,000 in New York, and emphasizes the profession's vital role in providing cost-effective, safe, and quality healthcare services. The resolution acknowledges the increasing demand for nursing services due to an aging population and expanding healthcare technologies, and notes that May 6th is National Nurses Day and May 12th is the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Beyond simply requesting a proclamation, the resolution also aims to celebrate nursing achievements, recognize nurses' efforts to improve the healthcare system, and express appreciation for their work not just during Nurses Week, but throughout the entire year. The document concludes by stating that a copy of the resolution will be transmitted to Governor Hochul.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J139