The final appropriations for programs important to nursing survived and actually saw some significant increases. The NHSC is up for reauthorization in the coming year. Some groups would like to remove all set asides and others would like to expand the number of set asides to include providers such as mental health providers and dentists. Recruitment Seventeen nursing and health care organizations have joined forces to address the growing nationwide shortage of nurses. The goal of the newly formed coalition, Nurses for a Healthier Tomorrow, is to increase recruitment of young people to the profession and enhance nursing's public image.
Efforts are currently underway to identify national sponsors for a major national media campaign.
Government Affairs Bulletin . All numbers are in millions. These funds are given directly to schools to support specific programs that expand services to underserved and high risk populations and medically underserved communities. Provides loan repayment funds for nurses working in designated shortage areas.