Resolution No. 1028, introduced by Representatives Roe, Stark, and Munson, recognizes May 6 through May 12 as National Nurses Week in Oklahoma. This annual observance, which began in 1991, honors the contributions of nurses, coinciding with National Recognition Day for Nurses on May 6 and the birthday of Florence Nightingale on May 12. The resolution highlights the critical role nurses play in providing safe, high-quality healthcare, particularly during challenging times such as wartime, natural disasters, and public health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes that nurses are patient advocates and the largest segment of the healthcare workforce, with over four million registered nurses in the U.S.

The resolution calls on the Oklahoma House of Representatives to support the goals of National Nurses Week and to acknowledge the significant impact nurses have on the healthcare system in the state. It encourages Oklahomans to observe this week and recognize the vital role nurses play in the lives of patients throughout all stages of life. The resolution was adopted by the House of Representatives on May 7, 2025.