PA Legislation Passes Through Senate Committee!

Big news! ARAPA's three pieces of legislation to modernize PA practice have passed through the Senate Public Health committee! SB99 (delegation to MAs), SB100 (PCP status), and SB101 (licensure compact) all passed without opposition and will soon face a full vote on the Senate floor. You can read more about these initiatives in our recent newsletter.

These are very exciting updates, but we need your help! Contact your legislators today! Not sure who your legislators are? Find your Senator here and let them know you support SB99, SB100, and SB101. Once these bills pass through the Senate, they will face a vote in the House of Representatives Public Health Committee, so please also find your representative to let them know you support our initiatives as well! 

When you put in your address to locate your elected official, it will take you to their profile where you will find their contact information including an email and phone number. You can also call the main directory number to leave a message for your representatives. You will need to let them know your name, which legislator you want to leave a message for, and that you SUPPORT SB99, SB100, and SB101. 
Senate: 501-682-2902
House of Representatives: 501-682-6211

Want to send an email? See sample message below, but you are free to personalize however you see fit!

Senator/Representative [last name]:

My name is [your name] and I am a physician assistant (PA) in your district. I am writing to let you know my strong support of SB99, SB100, and SB101. These bills will help to expand access to care for underserved patients and allow PAs to practice to the best of our abilities. [Optional: include personal story of how any of these bills may impact you]. I ask that you vote in favor of SB99, SB100, and SB101. 

Sincerely, 
[Your name], PA-C
[Your address]

Please contact President Aaron Woodall at president@arkansaspa.org with any questions that you have! 

Want to learn more about these initiatives and other work ARAPA is doing in the state? Join us for a BOD panel (1 CME credit hour) at our CME conference March 7 at 3:45 pm. Haven't yet registered? There's still time! Use code "15off" for 15% off your registration. Earn up to 12.5 live credits during the conference, with access to up to 23 hours with all sessions available online after the conference. Enjoy a great 2-day conference filled with learning, networking opportunities, and fun! Friday night social event at Dust Bowl is included with registration!