AMERICAN NETWORK OF COMMUNITY OPTIONS AND RESOURCES
Lobbying for AMERICAN NETWORK OF COMMUNITY OPTIONS AND RESOURCES
Support for the HEADS UP Act (H.R. 3409) designating individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as a Medically Underserved Population. Emphasized the importance of precise and evidence-based approaches to waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicaid services. Expressed opposition to Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act (S. 4747/H.R. 8464) due to potential disruption payments for critical disability programs. Support for HCBS Access Act (H.R. 8540)
Supported the introduction and cosponsorship of S. 3211/H.R. 6137 - Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act urging OMB to create a standard occupational classification for direct support professionals.
Signed letters in support of funding for disability programs in FY2027 appropriations, encouraged Financial Services and General Government committee report language urging OMB to create a standard occupational classification for direct support professionals.
Expressed concern with congressional offices regarding new $100,000 H-1B Visa fees and expiring Temporary Protected Statuses and how it may exacerbate workforce shortages. Supported H.R. 1689/H. Res. 965