SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 17
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the state's certified registered nurse anesthetists
and to join them in celebrating January 24 through 30, 2021, as
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Week in Texas; and
WHEREAS, Certified registered nurse anesthetists are
advanced practice registered nurses who play an essential role in
our health care system; they are the sole anesthesia providers in
the majority of rural Texas counties and the primary providers of
anesthesia care to United States military personnel; and
WHEREAS, Nurse anesthetists work across a broad spectrum
of medical settings, and they administer anesthetics to millions
of patients each year; their expertise is a vital part of care in
traditional surgical environments and in a wide range of other
medical facilities, including general practice offices and
specialty clinics; and
WHEREAS, Among the nation's most trusted health care
professionals, nurse anesthetists are the first nursing
specialty group to be accorded direct reimbursement rights by
Medicare; and
WHEREAS, Texas is home to nearly 5,000 nurse anesthetists
who have devoted their careers to serving the citizens of the
Lone Star State; it is truly fitting that a week be set aside to
honor their many contributions to the health and well-being of
Texans; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby commend all those who serve as certified
registered nurse anesthetists in Texas for the important role
they play in the provision of quality health care and extend to
them best wishes for a memorable Certified Registered Nurse
Anesthetists Week in Texas; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of these dedicated health care specialists.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 9, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate