SR 41 — A resolution to observe May 6-12, 2025, as National Nurses Week.

SR-41,MICHIGAN As Adopted by Senate, May 6, 2025 SENATE RESOLUTIONSenate NO.Resolution No.

41 Offered by Senators Hertel, Geiss, Moss and Santana offeredA RESOLUTION TO OBSERVE MAY 6-12,2025 , AS NATIONAL NURSES WEEK WHEREAS, Registered nurses in the followingUnited resolution:States constitute our nation’s largest health care profession;

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and Whereas, Under the leadership of the Michigan Nurses Association, the largest group representing Michigan registered nurses, nurses across our state are working to enhance the profession;

now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body observe May 6-12, 2025, as National Nurses Week.

and be it further Resolved,RESOLVED,That That supporting nurses’ ability to provide safe,safe,quality quality care and developing and maintaining a thriving nurse workforce is of concern to all Michigan residents.

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Secretary of the Senate