The Senate Resolution, introduced by Senator Rodriguez, calls on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) to develop the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for nurse licensure in Spanish. This request is motivated by the significant Hispanic and Latino population in Florida, which constitutes 26% of the state's residents. Studies indicate that non-native English speakers tend to perform worse on the NCLEX, and similar issues were observed in Canada when the exam was only offered in English. After the NCLEX was made available in French, passage rates for French-speaking candidates improved significantly, highlighting the need for a Spanish version to support Florida's diverse population.

The resolution emphasizes the urgency of addressing Florida's nursing shortage, projected to reach 59,000 vacancies by 2035. It points out that other licensing examinations in Florida are already available in Spanish, and various professions offer accommodations for non-English speakers. By requesting the NCSBN to create a Spanish version of the NCLEX, the Senate aims to enhance the chances of nursing students in Florida to succeed in their licensure exams and ultimately increase the supply of qualified nurses in the state.