119-HRES-1264 Journalist Public Summary

Headline Summary

A symbolic House resolution to celebrate National Nurses Week (May 6–12, 2026) and urge Americans to recognize the vital work of nurses. (aonl.org)

What It Does

The resolution voices support for National Nurses Week, recognizes nurses’ contributions to safe, high‑quality care, and encourages the public to mark the week with recognition and community activities. It is a simple House resolution—an expression of the House’s position—not a law; it does not create programs or spend money. (house.gov)

Who’s For It

• Lead sponsor: Rep. David Joyce (R‑OH); co‑sponsors: Reps. Suzanne Bonamici (D‑OR), Jennifer Kiggans (R‑VA), and Lauren Underwood (D‑IL).
• Their stated rationale in the text: nurses are frontline caregivers during crises; better nurse staffing is linked to fewer complications and shorter hospital stays; nursing is the nation’s largest health‑care workforce; and nurses advance public health, research, and patient advocacy.

Who’s Against It

• No formal opposition is noted. Similar Nurses Week resolutions in recent Congresses have been bipartisan and noncontroversial. (congress.gov)

What’s Next

As of May 7, 2026, the measure has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. If the committee or House leadership brings it forward and it is adopted, the action ends in the House—simple resolutions don’t go to the President and don’t become law. (house.gov)