ClinicNET Bill Position Update

Since March 30, 2015 we've taken positions on the following bills (in italics are new bill positions since our last update on March 11th):

Active Support

• SB15-197: Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriptive Authority

Support

• HB15-1032: Licensed Mental Health Professionals Treat Minors
• HB15-1039: Prescription Give-back for Institutions
• HB15-1194: Authorize General Fund Dollars for LARC Services
• HB15-1238: Tax Credit Preceptors Health Professional Shortage Areas
• HB15-1242: Patient Caregiver Designation Hospital Requirement
• HB15-1309: Interim Therapeutic Restorations by Dental Hygienists
• SB15-053: Dispense Supply of Emergency Drugs for Overdose Victims

Click here to view ClinicNET's 2015 Legislative and Policy Priorities. Click here to view ClinicNET’s Bill List for more information on bills we've taken a position on and are monitoring. If you have any questions or concerns please contact brooke.powers@clinicnet.org.

2015 Legislative Forecast: What to Expect When You're Expecting Gridlock

“Winds of change are blowing at the Colorado Legislature. With Republicans now in control of the Senate and Democrats retaining the House majority, it seems like a formula for gridlock. But could it be an opportunity to cooperate? Join the Colorado Health Institute for a webinar to hear our predictions for the 2015 session, where we'll talk about windmill jousting, Hobby Lobby and, of course, all the latest in health policy.

Click here to register for the “2015 Legislative Forecast: What to Expect When You're Expecting Gridlock” webinar on Wednesday, December 10, 12-1pm. Space is limited.” [Source: Colorado Health Institute]

The Colorado Health Institute’s 2014 Health Policy Conference

“Hot Issues in Health Care is an award-winning health policy conference hosted by the Colorado Health Institute. Legislators and health care leaders from across the state will come together to learn about the most critical health-related issues facing Colorado on December 4-5 at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs. Click here to register.

For the first time this year, the Colorado Health Institute is opening up portions of this exclusive legislative conference to the broader health policy community. Legislative-only sessions take place throughout the day on Thursday, December 4. The general public is invited to register for a special reception and dinner on Thursday evening, December 4, as well as the conference sessions on Friday, December 5. Click here to view the agenda.” [Source: Colorado Health Institute]

Webinar on Health Policy and the 2014 Colorado Legislature

“What was the most noteworthy health policy bill of the 2014 session? What does this year’s budget tell us about health care priorities in Colorado? And what are the policy implications moving forward? Join Colorado Health Institute for a free webinar on Thursday, June 5, from noon-1 p.m. to learn more.

We will share the highlights of our annual Legislation in Review report, including an analysis of the key health policy trends of 2014 and a behind-the-scenes look at the biggest influencers at the capitol this year. From cost containment to immunizations, we’ll discuss the bills that passed – and those that didn’t – and provide a sneak preview of the policy issues on the horizon for next year. Click here to sign up today. For more information, please contact Megan Lane, Director of Legislative Services, at 720.382.7092 or lanem@coloradohealthinstitute.org.” [Source: CHI]

2014 Legislative Forecast Webinar

“With the 2014 legislative session fast approaching, it’s time for the Colorado Health Institute to look into its crystal ball and predict what the coming year will mean for health policy.  We’ve been talking with lawmakers, health policy experts, advocates and others throughout Colorado to gather intelligence on the trends we expect to see.  Now, we’d like to share that information with you.

Please join us for the ‘Legislative Forecast: Health Policy Tends to Anticipate in 2014’ webinar on Wednesday, December 11, 12:00-1:00pm. Space is limited.  Register here.”  [Source:  CHI]

[Webinar] Legislative Forecast: Health Care Policy Trends to Anticipate in 2013

When: Wednesday, December 19, 2012 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM MST

"What were the key themes of the 2012 legislative session, and what can we expect in 2013? What were the top 10 pieces of recent legislation that have shaped Colorado's health policy landscape over the last 10 years? CHI's director of legislative services Megan Lane will discuss these themes and more..."  Click here to register.  [Source: Colorado Health Institute]