The AL AAP's 2026 Legislative Agenda

About this episode

The episode discusses the Alabama AAP's legislative agenda for 2026 and provides insights on advocating for pediatric patients.

It's Legislative Session time, time to advocate for our patients to our elected officials! Joining us today are Dr. Nola Ernest, our Chapter's Legislative Chair, and former Representative, Jay Love, who is our AL AAP's lobbyist! Get a crash course on how a bill becomes a law, tips on talking to legislators, and what the Chapter's agenda this year includes! To find out who your local officials are: click here. For more AL AAP info on legislative advocacy: click here.

People in this episode

Guests: Dr. Nola Ernest, Jay Love

Topics covered

• legislative advocacy
• health policy
• pediatric care
• government relations
• patient advocacy

Keywords

• legislation
• advocacy
• pediatrics
• healthcare
• law process

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AL AAP, Alabama Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics

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