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AARC PerspectivesAdvocacy Updates: HRSA andIn this episode of AARC Perspectives: Advocacy Updates, AARC Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, Miriam O'Day, talks with the Legislation and Policy Task Force members, Jefferson Mixell, MBA, RRT, RRT-ACCS, and Jerin Juby, DMgt, RRT, about the recent efforts of the Task Force in expanding the respiratory therapy workforce through government actions, including collaboration with HRSA. The conversation highlights the challenges in the field, the importance of member engagement, and the successes achieved so far.Send us a text
2025-12-0225 min
AARC PerspectivesAdvocacy Actions - Spring Update 2025 with Miriam O'DayOn this episode of AARC's Perspectives Advocacy Actions podcast with Senior Vice President Miriam O'Day, she discusses progress on the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, SOAR Act, what's on the horizon for the rest of the year, and how you can get involved.ResourcesRespiratory Care Interstate Compact SOAR Act Send us a text
2025-05-1523 min
AARC PerspectivesAdvocacy in Action: What's happened in 2024 and what to expect in the futue with Miriam O'DayRecorded live at the AARC 2024 Congress, we chat with Miriam O'Day, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs about what's on the docket for the rest of 2024 and future AARC advocacy efforts for 2025. Send us a text
2024-12-1213 min
AARC PerspectivesAdvocacy in Action: Respiratory Compact Licensure Processes and TimelineMiriam O’Day, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, sits down with Ron Posselt, Chair of the Compact Licensure Working Group, to delve into the intricacies of compact licensure, guided by the frequently asked questions from the Council of State Governments’ website. Whether you’re a policy insider or simply curious about how licensure compacts function, you’re in for an insightful discussion. Send us a text
2024-08-0510 min
AARC PerspectivesAdvocacy in Action: What is AARC Working on in Regulatory Affairs?Join Miriam O'Day, AARC Senior Vice President for Government Affairs, as she sits down with Kay Moyer from CRD Associates. They delve into the crucial world of AARC regulatory affairs work, shedding light on its significance and discussing the impactful work undertaken to advocate for respiratory care professionals. Discover how regulatory efforts shape policies affecting healthcare and gain insights into upcoming initiatives. Send us a text
2024-07-0921 min
AARC PerspectivesAdvocacy in Action: Supplemental Oxygen Reform Act (SOAR)In this episode, Miriam O'Day, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, discusses the journey of the SOAR Act, AARC efforts in coalition building, and the vital role of storytelling in shaping policy.Send us a text
2024-04-1817 min