HR0216Introduced in the House
NURSES WEEK & CNA WEEK
Introduced by Yolanda Morris, District 9
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Declares May 6 through May 12, 2025 as Nurses Week and June 12 through June 18, 2025 as CNA Week in the State of Illinois in recognition of the contributions of nurses and Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) throughout the State. Recognizes the need to invest in the nursing and CNA workforce through policies that address staffing shortages, provide mental health support, and improve working conditions for healthcare workers. Encourages all residents, businesses, and healthcare organizations to show appreciation for nurses and CNAs and support efforts to enhance the nursing profession and CNA workforce, including workforce development, education, and workplace well-being. Encourages the residents of Illinois to celebrate the accomplishments and efforts of registered nurses and CNAs to improve the healthcare system.
Where it stands
Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
July 1, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Health Care Licenses Committee · May 7, 2025
14
Yes
0
No
1
Absent or Not Voting
15 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron Ortiz | 1 | Yes |
| Jawaharial Williams | 10 | Yes |
| Lindsey LaPointe | 19 | Yes |
| Theresa Mah | 24 | Not Voting |
| Rick Ryan | 36 | Yes |
| Terra Costa Howard | 42 | Yes |
| Anna Moeller | 43 | Yes |
| Bob Morgan | 58 | Yes |
| William Hauter | 87 | Yes |
| Sharon Chung | 91 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Yolonda Morris
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Health Care Licenses Committee
Recommends Be Adopted Health Care Licenses Committee; 014-000-000
Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Fred Crespo
Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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