This Senate resolution designates 2026 as "The Year of The Power of Nurses" to commemorate the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association (ANA). It acknowledges nurses as the largest segment of the healthcare workforce, serving as the backbone of the system and trusted professionals who protect, educate, heal, and advocate for patients and communities across all care settings. The resolution highlights the ANA's 130 years as the unified voice for nurses, advancing the profession through advocacy, education, and standards that safeguard the nation's health. It further recognizes nurses' frontline role in major health challenges, demonstrating extraordinary skill, courage, and resilience in various capacities from primary care to research and policy. Ultimately, the resolution honors their compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment to improving lives and shaping a healthier future for the United States, reaffirming their essential role in sustaining the well-being of the country.
A resolution recognizing 2026 as "The Year of The Power of Nurses" in Celebration of the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association.
USA119th CongressSRES-583| Senate
| Updated: 1/15/2026
This Senate resolution designates 2026 as "The Year of The Power of Nurses" to commemorate the 130th Anniversary of the American Nurses Association (ANA). It acknowledges nurses as the largest segment of the healthcare workforce, serving as the backbone of the system and trusted professionals who protect, educate, heal, and advocate for patients and communities across all care settings. The resolution highlights the ANA's 130 years as the unified voice for nurses, advancing the profession through advocacy, education, and standards that safeguard the nation's health. It further recognizes nurses' frontline role in major health challenges, demonstrating extraordinary skill, courage, and resilience in various capacities from primary care to research and policy. Ultimately, the resolution honors their compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment to improving lives and shaping a healthier future for the United States, reaffirming their essential role in sustaining the well-being of the country.