Advocacy

State Advocacy

HPCAI advocates year-round on behalf of its members, working closely with legislators, regulators, and state agencies to ensure that hospice and palliative care providers have a strong voice in public policy and government decision-making.

The HPCAI Advocacy Committee, in partnership with the HPCAI Board of Directors, establishes the association’s legislative and advocacy priorities and develops strategies to address key issues affecting hospice and palliative care. The committee focuses on the following areas:

  • Legislative: Monitor legislation impacting hospice and palliative care and identify advocacy priorities.
  • Regulatory: Track regulatory developments and assess their impact on providers and patients.
  • Payer: Monitor third-party payer issues, promote positive relationships with payers, and advocate for fair reimbursement policies.
  • Media: Stay informed on media coverage and public perception issues affecting hospice and palliative care.

HPCAI members play a vital role in advancing our advocacy efforts. To learn more about getting involved, please contact Erin Cubit.

2026 HPCAI Legislative Priorities

  • Guardianship and hospice
  • Hospice services provided under the Medicaid Program
  • Workforce Initiatives
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State Contacts

How to be an Advocate

Advocating for change at the state level is easier than you may think. On many issues, legislators receive little or no correspondence from their constituents. They are usually very receptive to individuals who are can better inform them on a topic in a clear and concise manner. During the session, HPCAI will often reach out to members through email and newsletters asking them to contact their legislators. Take a look at the information and give it serious consideration.

Attend Hospice Day on the Hill

HPCAI Hospice Day on the Hill is an important grassroots event for hospice and palliative care professionals and volunteers. It provides an opportunity to learn about issues facing legislators at the Capitol and to advocate with legislators.

Attend Local Legislative Forums

In addition to visiting with your legislators at the Statehose, there are many additional opportunities for HPCAI members to advocate and communicate the vision of Iowa’s hospice and palliative care agencies. One of the best ways to advocate on behalf of HPCAI and the hospice community is to meet with local legislators at forums. Forums are held throughout the session and give advocates across the state the ability to meet with local legislators in their area to discuss important topics.