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HME Advocacy Reset: The Bills that Need Action Now

Presented by AAHomecare’s Tom Ryan, President & CEO, and Jay Witter, Sr. Vice President of Public Policy

The release of the DMEPOS/Home Health Final Rule marked a major milestone for the HME industry, closing one chapter of intense advocacy while opening another that demands immediate, coordinated action. Although legacy products were not included, the rule’s adoption of Remote Item Delivery (RID) reshapes the landscape and creates a critical moment for recalibrating our strategy. 

This February, join the Government Relations team for a timely advocacy reset designed to refocus the industry on the legislative priorities that matter most right now. With three bipartisan bills gaining traction in Congress and additional legislation to address issues in the next Competitive Bidding round expected, your engagement is essential to understanding what's in motion, protecting patient access, and strengthening the future of HME.

What the Session Will Cover:

- Current policy landscape after the Final Rule and what it means for 2026 advocacy

- Dive into current bipartisan legislation - Carbon Fiber/Titanium Wheelchair Access (H.R. 1703/S. 247), 75/25 Relief (H.R. 2005/S. 2951), and the SOAR Act (H.R. 2902/S. 1406). We'll discuss why they matter, what they fix, and how they protect access for millions of Medicare beneficiaries

- Legislation in motion - Where each bill stands today, what progress has been made, bills being drafted Industry action needed now 

- Industry action needed now - How suppliers, manufacturers, and HME stakeholders can help secure additional cosponsors and elevate the urgency of these bills

This session is open to the HME industry. Get off the sidelines, arm yourself with information and get engaged in policy and advocacy for the future of your business and patients.