#32 Eric Reinarman, VP of Government Relations at HCAOA, covers the most pressing policies being talked about on Capitol Hill. From immigration reform and workforce shortages to affordability of care and the controversial 80/20 Medicaid rule, he breaks down what’s happening in Washington and how it could reshape the industry. We also talk about the power of advocacy, why storytelling moves policy forward, and how every provider—big or small—can make their voice heard. Plus, he covers a major win with the Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act and shares practical ways to stay informed and involved at the state and federal level.

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• HCAOA Issues and Policies
• HCAOA State Chapters
• State & Federal Legislative and Regulatory Tracker

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Home Care Advocacy
03:04 The Immigration Challenge in Home Care
06:10 Advocacy and Legislative Efforts
08:58 The Importance of Storytelling in Immigration
11:58 The Affordability of Home Care
17:03 Innovative Solutions for Affordability
23:43 Current Legislative Landscape on Non-Competes
29:41 Understanding Non-Compete Agreements in Home Care
34:11 The Controversy of the 80-20 Rule
39:39 Preparing for Potential Changes in Medicaid Regulations
50:53 The Impact of the Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act
01:00:07 The Value of Advocacy and Association Membership

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