- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 5
- Latest action
- May 7, 2025
What it does
The NURSE Act would authorize demonstration grants to eligible local educational agencies or consortia to increase the number of school nurses in public elementary and secondary schools, with priority given to high-need agencies serving large numbers of low-income students or those without any school nurses. Grants would cover up to 75% of costs, decreasing over multiyear periods to encourage state or local funding sustainability, and could support hiring nurses who serve multiple districts or provide statewide training. The bill aims to improve student health and academic outcomes by addressing chronic conditions, mental health needs, and preventive care, with a required report to Congress…
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