Back to News Policy Watch: Federal Funding and Academic Nursing Impact Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | Policy & Advocacy Join Research!America’s Learning Lunch Series Research!America is hosting the second session of its Learning Lunch Series titled Bridging Community and Research: Communicating Science Effectively, on Wednesday, August 19 at 12:30 pm (ET). Attendees will hear from community organizers, public health professionals, and researchers about how to communicate science to general audiences and collaborate with their local community. Register today. Mark Your Calendar: HRSA Virtual Job Fair On Wednesday, August 26 from 6:00–9:00 pm (ET), the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) will host a virtual job fair bringing together healthcare professionals and employers from across the country. Participants can connect with recruiters from healthcare organizations, learn about available positions, explore employee benefits, and discover opportunities to serve communities in need. Register here and learn more. Senate Advances their Continuing Resolution On August 8, the Senate passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through December 11 in a bipartisan 90-6 vote. We now await further congressional action as the House of Representatives reconvenes in Washington, DC at the end of this month. Read the full Senate CR bill text and section-by-section summary. The Face of Academic Nursing: Share How Title VIII & NINR Make an Impact Visit AACN’s newly updated Face of Academic Nursing page to learn how Title VIII Nursing Workforce Development Programs and the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) are shaping the future of nursing. Share your institution’s experiences through a brief video or written submission highlighting Title VIII or NINR/nursing research. Your story will help strengthen AACN’s interactive map and showcase the impact these programs have on nursing education, research, and healthcare nationwide. View all updates from Policy Watch Please login or register to post comments.