Challenge:
How to manage the state government relations program for a health care manufacturing coalition.
Stateside Solution:
Stateside directed an effort to defeat model legislation:
- We developed a strategic plan for the state program.
- We monitored state legislation for priority issues.
- We coordinated planning calls with members.
- We coordinated advocacy efforts in the states.
- We supported advocacy efforts at state officials Groups meetings.
- We recommended lobbyists.
- We prepared testimony and comments letters to policymakers and legislative and regulatory committees and forums.
Results:
The coalition has increased its profile among state officials and has been successful in defending its interests from legislation adverse to its industry. The work is ongoing.