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Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners

Political Action Committee

Recent Events of the PAC

Beth Rowlands, GNP testified before the Joint Committee on Health Finance at the State House on behalf of the MCNP and in support of S. 2526 An Act to Promote Cost Containment, Transparency and Efficiency in the Delivery of Quality Health Care.

See out Legislative Update section for sample letters and details about the bill.

The MCNP PAC co-hosted an event at the U.S. Presidential Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts. Our President, Nancy O’Rourke, began the evening with opening comments and an introduction of Senator Moore. The Senator spoke briefly about health care in Massachusetts before taking time to meet with guests individually. The PAC as well as many individual MCNP members contributed to Senator Moore’s campaign.

Senator Moore Event, U.S. Presidential Museum

January 2008

Testimony before Joint Committee on Health Care Finance

March 12, 2008

MCNP Spring Health Policy Breakfast April 2,2008

Hampshire House, Boston

On April 2 the MCNP, in conjunction with the PAC, hosted the Spring Health Policy Breakfast. The morning included a lively discussion about the progress and status of our bill as moderated by Gloria Craven, Health Policy Strategist. We were then honored to have Senator Fargo speak to us about her important work on breastfeeding legislation and why it is so vital for the women of Massachusetts to be protected. Lastly, Representative Kay Kahn inspired us all with her comments on nursing policy in Massachusetts.

Our PAC fundraiser generated over $250 for our ongoing efforts– thank you all for your donations!

Caucus of Women Legislators Luncheon April 2, 2008

State House, Boston

The MCNP was invited to speak to the Caucus of Women Legislators on April 2, 2008. This forum allowed us to discuss our PCP Bill and answer questions lawmakers had about the impact of the bill on the health care delivery system. The MCNP was well received. Many lawmakers voiced support for our bill in terms of bringing quality, choice and transparency to the residents of Massachusetts.

This opportunity was an important step in strengthening our relationships with legislators and continuing to build momentum for our bill.

The PAC had its annual fundraiser supported by the MCNP Chapters. Over $1300 was raised over the two day conference! On Friday May 9th the Legislative Co-Chairs, Leah McKinnon-Howe and Beth Rowlands, spoke at a well attended luncheon symposium on legislative issues in Massachusetts. Margaret McAllister finished the session with an update from the BORN.