AAPPN advocated for a number of bills signed into law this year. Our legislative efforts resulted in more opportunities for psychiatric ARNPs and stronger mental health protection for our citizens.
Advocacy
Legislative Update
AAPPN contacted each member of the committee on January 21 to urge committee passage of the bill. We joined with NAMI Washington in this collaborative effort. Our voices were joined by other health care advocate organizations listed below.
Lobby Week Kit
2022 Lobby Week Kit – Tools and tips for meeting with your legislators.
Op/ed by Benjamin Danielson, MD
Health insurers have arbitrarily reduced reimbursement for ARNP services down to just 85% of their usual rates. In his Seattle Times op/ed Dr. Benjamin Danielson argues that inequities in reimbursement rates lead to inequities in care.
Legislative Update from Kristine Highlander
There is strength in numbers, and we need you to join in the effort!
Continue Reading Legislative Update from Kristine Highlander
Support the future of our profession
AAPPN is proud to support two vital efforts which will grow the future of our profession and protect mental health care in our communities.
Legislative Updates
Many of AAPPN’s legislative priorities passed during the 2021 legislative session!
SB 5222 Public Hearing
Watch the testimony of Dana Dean Doeing and other stakeholders at the hearing for SB 5222 requiring health carriers to reimburse ARNPs at the same rate as physicians for the same services.
Devon S. Connor-Green
AAPPN is happy to welcome Devon S. Connor-Green as our new lobbyist.
Advocacy Update for June-July 2020
Your professional association advocates for you all year long!
2020 Legislative Final Report
The 2020 legislative session took several unexpected turns as a result of world events. Many thanks to the AAPPN Legislative Committee for navigating the twists and turns.
Legislative Update for February 2020
We’re about halfway through the 2020 legislative session!