Makes an appropriation for a nurse apprentice program. (BDR S-1054)

SB 271 appropriates $12 million from the State General Fund to fund a nurse apprentice program under the Department of Health and Human Services. It directly affects healthcare entities (like hospitals, clinics, and HMOs) and nursing students enrolled in accredited programs who become "nurse apprentices." The funds reimburse healthcare entities for apprentice compensation, supervision, retention bonuses, travel expenses for those living over 50 miles from work, and limited administrative costs (capped at $500,000). All funds must be spent or reverted to the State General Fund by September 17, 2027.