PTs, PTAs, Students Bring the #PTTransforms Message to Capitol Hill During Federal Advocacy Forum
When it comes to issues such as repeal of the therapy cap, opportunities for student loan relief, and the ability of a physical therapist (PT) to bring in another qualified PT during absences, the halls of Congress may be just a little more physical therapy-informed than they were this time last week. But then, what do you expect when more than 250 PTs, physical therapist assistants (PTAs), and students from 46 states meet face-to-face with hundreds of legislators and staff?
The meetings were part of the APTA Federal Advocacy Forum, held April 3-5 in Washington DC, a yearly event designed to educate participants on hot legislative issues and creative outreach ideas, as well as provide an opportunity for in-person advocacy on Capitol Hill.
For their advocacy with legislative offices, participants came ready to discuss a wide range of topics related to physical therapy but placed particular emphasis on 3 bills:
