This bill creates a new federal grant program to help nursing schools recruit and retain faculty members by providing wage supplements. Under the program, eligible nursing schools can receive grants for up to three years to supplement the salaries of newly hired nursing faculty, with the supplement amount equal to the difference between what clinical nurses earn and what nursing faculty earn at that school. Eligible faculty members include those hired within the previous two years, those transitioning from clinical nursing roles, and part-time instructors. When awarding grants, the Department of Health and Human Services must ensure geographic diversity and prioritize schools with the greatest need, those serving underserved areas or vulnerable populations, and those recruiting faculty from underrepresented groups. The bill authorizes $15 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, and requires a report to Congress within three years assessing the program's impact on faculty recruitment and retention.
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