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LEGISLATIVE ALERT: Protect Patient Safety: Oppose HB73

It's a race to the finish line, as the 135th Ohio General Assembly comes to a close at the end of 2024. House Bill 73, which presents multiple significant risks to patient safety and Ohio's healthcare practice integrity, could pass out of committee, onto the Senate floor, and into the Governor's hands. Reach out to your Senator NOW to let them know that HB73 is bad for Ohio. We have a template letter ready to make the outreach easy and convenient for you!

OAPA Receives AAPA Advocacy Grant Funding for an Impactful 2025 Legislative Year

In October, OAPA submitted a grant proposal requesting financial support for an impactful, game-changing legislative year in 2025. OAPA seeks not only to advance the interests of PAs in our state but also to serve as a model and catalyst for other AAPA constituent organizations to enhance their advocacy efforts and advance the PA profession nationwide. We are excited to announce that AAPA has awarded OAPA with grant funding!

OAPA Selects New Lobbying Firm

Earlier this year, the OAPA Board of Directors launched a lobbyist search process. After receiving and reviewing proposals and conducting interviews, one firm emerged as the best choice for helping OAPA achieve its legislative goals. Read on for more information about OAPA's new lobbying partner.

LEGISLATIVE ALERT: Join OAPA in Opposing HB 73

The Ohio General Assembly is back in action after the fall recess and elections. OAPA continues to oppose a piece of legislation in front of the Senate Health Committee - HB73 - that could force hospital physicians to provide any prescription medication requested by the patient. Read more and add your voice to the chorus of medical professionals and industry authorities who are opposing this bill.

2024 Annual Conference On-Demand Content

This 6 credit, on-demand CME program highlights this year's Annual Conference content. Now available at a special $99 introductory rate through December 31!

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Wed
8
2025
January 8, 2025
6:30PM - 7:30PM EST

OAPA Region 1 & 2 Dinner - Schizophrenia Transitions of Care & Treatment

Presented by Teva

Blue Point Grille, 700 West St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113

Sat
11
2025
January 11, 2025
9:00AM - 11:00AM

OAPA Winter Board Meeting (Virtual)

Wed
22
2025
January 22, 2025
6:00PM - 7:30PM EST

OAPA Region 6 & 7 Dinner

Bayer's Kerendia and management of chronic kidney disease

Jag's Steakhouse, West Chester

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