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Gov. DeSantis Announces $400M Investment in Successful Florida Nursing Education Initiatives

Sep 3, 2024, 07:05 PM

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a significant investment in Florida's nursing education programs, highlighting nearly $400 million in funding aimed at addressing the state's nursing shortage. The funds will support successful initiatives such as the LINE and PIPELINE programs, which provide scholarships for nursing students, faculty recruitment and retention, and the development of simulation centers. This move comes as part of a broader effort to expand Florida’s nursing workforce and improve healthcare outcomes. DeSantis emphasized the importance of this investment in light of the national nursing shortage, which he attributes in part to federal mandates. The funding is expected to boost nursing education across the state's educational institutions and is seen as a model for other states to consider.