Governor Abbott Announces $5.6 Million in Grants for Innovative Nursing Education Programs

7 Aug 2026


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Governor Greg Abbott today announced more than $5.6 million in grants to eight Texas colleges and universities. The Nursing Innovation Grant Program (NIGP) supports new and expanded projects that improve or extend nursing programs. The awards fund innovative prelicensure educational programs for nursing students and expand healthcare workforce capacity across the state.

“Texas builds the healthcare workforce of tomorrow with strategic investments in nursing education,” said Governor Abbott. “These grants fund innovative programs that prepare more nurses for service in communities across the state. A robust pipeline of well-trained nurses strengthens patient care across Texas and delivers the skilled professionals our communities need.” 

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