As Introduced
135th General Assembly
Regular Session S. R. No. 366
2023-2024
Senator DeMora
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing National Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2024.
WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 135th General Assembly 1
of Ohio are pleased to recognize May 6-12, 2024, as National Nurses 2
Week; and 3
WHEREAS, From May 6 to May 12 each year, our country observes 4
National Nurses Week to honor the invaluable service and unwavering 5
dedication of the many nurses who care for others and enhance the 6
health of our nation’s citizens. This period culminates on May 12, 7
which commemorates the birthdate of Florence Nightingale, the founder 8
of modern nursing; and 9
WHEREAS, National Nurses Week is a time to applaud the relentless 10
effort, commitment, and sacrifices made by nurses daily. Serving as an 11
integral part of America’s healthcare system, nurses provide 12
compassionate care across all stages of life, supporting patients 13
during their most vulnerable moments; and 14
WHEREAS, Since its establishment in 1904, the Ohio Nurses 15
Association has steadfastly championed and advanced the nursing 16
profession, recognizing its profound impact on our state’s 17
communities. Today, ONA remains the primary advocate for Ohio’s nearly 18
200,000 registered nurses; therefore be it 19
RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 135th General 20
Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, celebrate National 21
Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2024, and urge all residents to recognize and 22
support nurses; and be it further 23
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit duly authenticated 24
copies of this Resolution to the Ohio Nurses Association and to the 25
news media of Ohio. 26