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IL HR0216
Resolution
Status
3/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Yolanda Morris
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AI Summary
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Declares May 6-12, 2025 as Nurses Week and June 12-18, 2025 as CNA Week in Illinois to honor Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Certified Nurse Assistants
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Recognizes nurses and CNAs as essential to healthcare delivery across hospitals, clinics, schools, long-term care facilities, and home health settings
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Acknowledges growing demand for nursing and CNA services due to aging population, emerging health challenges, expanding life-sustaining technologies, and growth in home healthcare
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Calls for investment in the nursing and CNA workforce through policies addressing staffing shortages, mental health support, and improved working conditions
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Encourages Illinois residents, businesses, and healthcare organizations to show appreciation for nurses and CNAs and support workforce development, education, and workplace well-being efforts
Legislative Description
NURSES WEEK & CNA WEEK
Last Action
Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
7/1/2025