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Discover the essential strategies for successfully passing legislation from the perspective of a seasoned lobbyist, Sue Clark, RN. This guide emphasizes the importance of environmental scanning, relationship building with key stakeholders, and understanding the political landscape affecting nursing issues. Gain insights into the legislative process, the role of advocacy, and how public awareness can influence outcomes. Learn the value of continuous contact and direct communication to empower grassroots movements that drive change in healthcare policy.
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PASSING LEGISLATION: LOBBYIST PERSPECTIVE SUE CLARK, RN,LOBBYIST CONSULTING4BIZ.INC
Environmental Scanning Means GATHERINGAND ANALYZING : EVENTS TRENDS RELATONSHIPS RESOURCES
MONITORING the Power Base • Do you or your organization have recognition in the legislature? • Which party dominates the legislative branch? • Who typically advocates for nursing issues? • Who is on the licensure committees? • Will the Governor sign if a favorable bill is passed by the legislature?
RELATIONSHIPS NURSING ORGANZATIONS WITHIN THE STATE PHYSICIAN GROUPS EMPLOYERS COALITION GROUPS CONSUMERS HOSPITAL ORGANIZATIONS
IOM REPORT CONSUMERS MEDIA RELEVANCY COMPETING NURSING POLICY PROPOSALS PUBLIC AWARENESS (RETAIL CLINICS) HEALTH CARE REFORM WHAT’S HAPPENING IN YOUR STATE?
The Research www.consulting4biz.com
The Message Grassroots Wins…ALWAYS!
Putting it all together Grassroots wins…ALWAYS!
The Tough Questions Quality Supervision Education
Method of Communication Personal visit wins…..hands down! Personal letters Telephone call Fax Email
THE ADVOCACY HABIT DO NOT “PARACHUTE IN” AND EXPECT TO WIN. PASSING LEGISLATION REQUIRES: COMMITMENT CONTINUOUS CONTACT COURAGE
Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there! Will Rogers