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PathPAC showcased how members can raise the CAP’s profile in Congress during the CAP22 Annual Meeting in New Orleans earlier this month. In addition to collecting nearly $16,000 in support from those at CAP22, PathPAC a member of Congress to meet with attendees to discuss current legislative and health care policy issues facing pathologists. When pathologists’ voices are heard on crucial health care issues, lawmakers can make informed decisions on policies affecting pathologists and their patients.
Kicking off the advocacy-related programming, PathPAC proudly sponsored the House of Delegates and Residents Forum luncheon with guest speaker Amy Walter of Cook Political Report. Ms. Walter, a well-known political reporter, and analyst, highlighted the political uncertainty of the coming mid-term elections while also emphasizing the importance of remaining engaged in the political process.
In addition to the lunch even, PathPAC also recognized and celebrated its supporters with two receptions—both receptions gave PAC members the chance to connect with Rep. Larry Bucshon, MD (R-IN), the special guest of the evening. Attendees thanked Rep. Bucshon for championing many pro-pathology issues, including his recent introduction of H.R.8800, Providers Act of 2022. There was robust discussion on a range of topics, including the midterm elections, laboratory workforce, and COVID-19’s lasting impact on the nation’s health care system.
These events displayed PathPAC’s value in building relationships with lawmakers and educating them on the CAP’s policy agenda.