We share a quick president’s desk update with the wins, gaps, and next steps shaping physical therapy across Nebraska. We cover the Capitol visit, where the medical liens bill stands, why our ballot needs more names, and how to stay connected through conference season and new APTA resources. 

• Takeaways from Legislative Day and strong student participation 
• Status of LB 1012 medical liens bill and unanimous committee support 
• Plan to move the bill forward through LB 912 as a legislative vehicle 
• Virtual ballot update and need for nominations, especially nominating committee roles 
• Encouragement to step up despite imposter syndrome and time barriers 
• Annual conference schedule, registration, business meeting, and banquet networking 
• SPARC resource for payer advocacy, denials, appeals, and reducing admin burden 
• Condolences to Pat Hageman and ways to find service information on association social media.

Episode Links:

• Legislative Advocacy: https://nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_bill.php?DocumentID=62787&docnum=LB912&leg=109
• Annual Conference: https://npta.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php
• State Advocacy Resource Consortium (SPARC): State Payer Advocacy Resource Consortium (SPARC) | SPARC