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[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1544 Introduced in House (IH)]

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118th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. RES. 1544

   Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 2024, as 
     ``National Hispanic Nurses Day'' and recognizing the National 
Association of Hispanic Nurses as the leading organization representing 
                  and advocating for Hispanic nurses.

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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                            October 15, 2024

 Ms. Barragan (for herself, Mr. Garcia of Illinois, Mr. Horsford, Mr. 
    Carbajal, Mr. Cardenas, Mr. Correa, Mr. Costa, Ms. Escobar, Mr. 
Grijalva, Mrs. Ramirez, Ms. Salinas, Ms. Sanchez, Mr. Soto, Mr. Takano, 
  Mr. Vargas, and Ms. Velazquez) submitted the following resolution; 
       which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce

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                               RESOLUTION

 
   Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 2024, as 
     ``National Hispanic Nurses Day'' and recognizing the National 
Association of Hispanic Nurses as the leading organization representing 
                  and advocating for Hispanic nurses.

Whereas Hispanic nurses play a critical role in the health care system and 
        continue to make significant contributions to the Nation's health;
Whereas Hispanic nurses provide culturally and ethnically competent care, 
        addressing the unique needs of diverse communities and leading efforts 
        in reducing health care disparities;
Whereas Hispanic nurses are well-positioned to provide leadership in eliminating 
        health care disparities, especially in underserved Hispanic communities 
        through their advocacy, education, and clinical expertise;
Whereas, since 1975, the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN), with 
        chapters throughout 24 States and growing, has been the premier 
        organization representing Hispanic nurses (RNs/LPNs/APNs) and advancing 
        the health of Hispanic communities across the United States, leading 
        advocacy efforts and promoting educational, professional, and leadership 
        opportunities for Hispanic nurses;
Whereas, since September is the month set aside to honor the contributions of 
        Hispanics, it is only fitting that Hispanic nurses, who have made 
        significant contributions to their community and country, be recognized 
        and honored;
Whereas the designation of National Hispanic Nurses Day will raise awareness of 
        the vital role Hispanic nurses play in the health care system and help 
        pave the way for the continued essential work of NAHN in advancing 
        health care for Hispanic communities;
Whereas, each February, NAHN convenes over 100 nursing leaders from academia, 
        research, education, and practice in Washington, DC, for a Day on 
        Capitol Hill to promote critical legislation that improves the health 
        and well-being of Hispanic communities across the United States;
Whereas Hispanic nurses serve as key allies to Congress, working closely with 
        legislators to improve the education, retention, recruitment, and 
        practice of all nurses, particularly in advocating for the health and 
        safety of underserved Hispanic communities;
Whereas Hispanic nurses add needed diversity to the nursing profession and 
        continue to be pivotal in supporting the needs of underserved and 
        underresourced communities, particularly those severely impacted by 
        COVID-19 pandemic; and
Whereas NAHN has positioned itself as the primary voice and go-to resource for 
        advocating on behalf of Hispanic nurses and communities, especially in 
        addressing health care challenges in a post-COVID era: Now, therefore, 
        be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) supports the goals and ideals, and the designation, of 
        National Hispanic Nurses Day, as proposed by the National 
        Association of Hispanic Nurses, recognizing the National 
        Association of Hispanic Nurses as the leading organization 
        representing Hispanic nurses;
            (2) recognizes the significant contributions of Hispanic 
        nurses and the National Association of Hispanic Nurses' 
        leadership in promoting health care equity and eliminating 
        health care disparities in Hispanic communities across the 
        United States; and
            (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe 
        National Hispanic Nurses Day with appropriate recognition 
        ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate the 
        importance of Hispanic nurses and the National Association of 
        Hispanic Nurses' continued leadership in health care advocacy 
        and cultural competence.
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