Coalition Updates

During National Nurses Week, the Healthcare Workforce Coalition (HWC) is proud to stand alongside our members in recognizing the dedication and resilience of nurses. During National Nurses Day on May 6 and International Nurses Day on May 12 and throughout this celebratory week, our coalition partners shared their commitment to supporting and advocating for the […]

The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) recently released its annual national survey, revealing critical insights into the current state of nursing education in the United States. AACN surveyed nursing schools with baccalaureate and higher degrees and found that while enrollment in entry-level nursing programs remains stable, there is a concerning decline in advanced

On March 20, the full House Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously voted (48-0) to advance the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act of 2024. Endorsed by the Healthcare Workforce Coalition, the bipartisan bill is intended to help address mental health challenges and burnout among the country’s healthcare workforce. Recognizing the significant mental health challenges

On March 12, the House Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee advanced a variety of healthcare bills including the Reauthorization of the Dr. Lorna Breen Provider Protection Act (H.R. 7153/S. 3679). Specifically: Originally passed in 2022, reauthorization of the Dr. Lorna Breen Act would expand grants to more hospitals and other healthcare settings to support programs