H.R. 2536 – American Staffing Assoc Supports Bill
The Emergency Nurse Supply Relief Act (H.R. 2536) that was introduced by Rep. Robert Wexler (D-FL) and Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) are urging support of the Bill. “This is not just about nurse staffing, it is about quality healthcare.” The ASA references stats from federal health authorities: 56% of the US nurse work force is 45 years of age or older and there are 3 Mil new and replacement nurses needed by 2020 to meet the shortage.
The Bill would provide up to 20,000 visas per year over a 3-year period for nurses and Physical Therapists and includes a $1,500 filing fee per application which is to fund US nursing schools.
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Tags: Foreign Nurses, H.R. 2536, Healthcare, nurse shortage