The Healthcare Leadership Council (HLC) sent a letter supporting H.R. 8659, the “Nursing is a Professional Degree Act,” introduced by Representative Jen Kiggans. The letter argues that recognizing advanced nursing degrees as professional degrees under federal law would preserve access to critical federal student aid, reduce financial barriers for nursing students, and help strengthen the healthcare workforce amid growing provider shortages. HLC also emphasized that advanced nursing education improves patient outcomes and is essential to expanding access to care, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
To Congress
HLC letter endorsing H.R. 8659, the “Nursing is a Professional Degree Act”
- Topics: Workforce Shortage
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