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S.992: National Nursing Shortage Reform and Patient Advocacy Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 12, 2011
- Latest Major Action May 12, 2011
- See the seven similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
National Nursing Shortage Reform and Patient Advocacy Act - Amends the Public Health Service Act to require hospitals to implement a staffing plan that includes a minimum direct care registered nurse-to-patient ratio by unit, adjustments above the minimum ratio under appropriate circumstances, and compliance with minimum licensed practical nurse staffing requirements. Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to develop a...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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May 12, 2011 |
Introduced in the Senate by Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) |