The Federal and State Advocacy Committee contributes to reviewing federal and state legislative and regulatory issues that arise that may affect the profession and patients you serve and may formulate policy positions when warranted. The committee works closely with the IHS Board Liaison and IHS staff to collaborate on advocacy campaigns, legislative/ regulatory action, fundraising opportunities, and response strategies for IHS.
Committee members:
- Are knowledgeable of IHS’ government affairs goals, and contribute towards achieving these goals
- Evaluate state and federal issues and trends to consider whether IHS policy is needed on a particular subject matter, and participate in the policy formation process, as directed by the Board of Governors and/or senior level staff
- Provide timely feedback on state and federal legislative/regulatory proposals upon request
- Encourage all IHS members to donate to IHS Advocacy
- Promote the advocacy efforts of IHS to others in the field, including current and potential IHS members
Qualifications for Committee Members
- Membership: Must be an IHS professional member in good standing.
- Advocacy Engagement: Demonstrated record of participating in advocacy efforts, which may include state or federal legislative visits, online advocacy campaigns, lobbying, hosting lawmakers, and/or contributing as an advocacy donor.
- Time Commitment:
- Attend meetings quarterly – three are virtual and one is held in-person at the IHS Conference & Expo.
- Be available for more frequent communication as needed for specific projects or to provide input.
