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Introduced
03/25/2025
03/25/2025
In Committee
07/01/2025
07/01/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Declares May 6 through May 12, 2025 as Nurses Week and June 12 through June 18, 2025 as CNA Week in the State of Illinois in recognition of the contributions of nurses and Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) throughout the State. Recognizes the need to invest in the nursing and CNA workforce through policies that address staffing shortages, provide mental health support, and improve working conditions for healthcare workers. Encourages all residents, businesses, and healthcare organizations to show appreciation for nurses and CNAs and support efforts to enhance the nursing profession and CNA workforce, including workforce development, education, and workplace well-being. Encourages the residents of Illinois to celebrate the accomplishments and efforts of registered nurses and CNAs to improve the healthcare system.
AI Summary
This resolution officially declares May 6-12, 2025 as Nurses Week and June 12-18, 2025 as Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Week in Illinois, recognizing the critical contributions of nurses and CNAs to the healthcare system. The resolution acknowledges that nurses and CNAs are essential healthcare professionals who provide vital patient care in various settings, serve as patient advocates, and play a key role in addressing emerging healthcare challenges. It highlights the importance of investing in the nursing and CNA workforce by addressing staffing shortages, providing mental health support, and improving working conditions. The resolution encourages residents, businesses, and healthcare organizations to appreciate and support nurses and CNAs, promoting workforce development, education, and workplace well-being. Additionally, the resolution calls on Illinois residents to celebrate the accomplishments of nurses and CNAs not just during designated weeks, but throughout the year, recognizing their indispensable role in delivering safe, high-quality healthcare services and meeting the evolving medical needs of the population.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 07/01/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=216&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HR&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HR/10400HR0216.htm |
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