One School, One Nurse Act of 2025

# One School, One Nurse Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The One School, One Nurse Act would create a federal grant program to help schools hire and keep school nurses. The Department of Education would give money to school districts (or groups of districts working together) to recruit, hire, and retain nursing staff. Additionally, the bill would require the Department of Education to establish recommended nurse-to-student ratios—essentially guidelines for how many students each school nurse should serve—for both elementary and secondary schools. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects public school districts, states, and students. School nurses would benefit from increased funding for positions, while students could see improved access to health services during the school day.

Teachers and administrators might also benefit from having dedicated nursing staff available for student health issues. **Current Status** The bill (HR 305) is currently in committee in the 119th Congress, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Its sponsor is Representative Frederica S. Wilson, a Democrat from Florida.