Congresswoman Johnson Introduces The National Nurses Act 2013

Congresswoman Johnson has introduced the bipartisan National Nurse Act of 2013. The National Nurse Act of 2013 would designate the Chief Nurse Officer of the U.S. Public Health Service as the “National Nurse for Public Health.” The National Nurse for Public Health would function alongside the Surgeon General and focus on health promotion, improving healthcare literacy, and reducing health disparities.

“As the first registered nurse in Congress, I know from experience how nurses play a critical role in health promotion and disease prevention."

“Chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, and heart disease threaten the health of so many Americans. The National Nurse for Public Health would raise awareness about what each of us can do to prevent illness while improving our own health and that of our families.” - Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson