RCPA Government Affairs Web Post Archive

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By Jim Sharp • October 8, 2026
DHS has released a new Rural Health Transformation Program Resource Guide, which brings together key links related to Pennsylvania and federal RHTP resources.
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By Tim Sohosky • October 2, 2026
Governor Shapiro Issues Proclamation for Oct 2026 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month
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By Christine Tartaglione • September 29, 2026
Thank You RCPA PAC Golf Sponsors and Congratulations to Winners!
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By Fady Sahhar • September 25, 2026
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas granted an order vacating Section 504 provisions related to community integration.
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By Jim Sharp • September 15, 2026
The final-form regulation will be considered by IRRC at its public meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2026, beginning at 10:00 am in Harrisburg, PA.
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By Fady Sahhar • September 4, 2026
The Council of Allegheny County will conduct a public hearing relating to paid parental leave on September 10, 2026, at 5:00 pm.
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By Emma Sharp • September 2, 2026
On August 26, DHS hosted a webinar to provide updates on how the State will implement the upcoming changes to Medicaid as a result of H.R. 1.
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By Sharon Militello • September 1, 2026
RCPA Quarterly Advisor Newsletter September 2026 Issue
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By Hayley Myer • August 28, 2026
Today, August 28, is your last chance to claim early bird rates for the 2026 RCPA Conference Power in Purpose: Promoting Possibilities!
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By Carol Ferenz • August 24, 2026
Come celebrate with RCPA at our 2026 Conference in Hershey, PA, as we honor the distinguished careers of four leaders in health and human services.
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By Carol Ferenz • August 20, 2026
In order to be recognized on the 2026 RCPA Conference signage, sponsorships and advertisements must be submitted by September 8, 2026.
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By Christine Tartaglione • August 19, 2026
Join RCPA for an afternoon of golf on Monday, September 28, 2026. This networking event will be held in support of the RCPA PAC.
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By Jim Sharp • August 18, 2026
DHS is rescheduling their online forum, which will provide community-based organizations and providers with important updates regarding H.R. 1.
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By Carol Ferenz • August 17, 2026
Time is running out for your chance to register with early bird rates for the 2026 RCPA Conference Power in Purpose: Promoting Possibilities!
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By Emma Sharp • August 13, 2026
RCPA has updated our H.R. 1 Medicaid Resource Guide, which is designed to provide education and resources for the changes that are set to occur.
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By Fady Sahhar • August 13, 2026
On August 10, 2026, Governor Shapiro issued a letter reaffirming his pledge to support Pennsylvanians with disabilities.
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By Hayley Myer • August 12, 2026
RCPA is proud to host several webinars as a prelude to our conference Power in Purpose: Promoting Possibilities.
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By Hayley Myer • August 3, 2026
Early bird rates end August 28 for the 2026 RCPA Conference "Power in Purpose: Promoting Possibilities!"
By Tim Sohosky • July 31, 2026
A total of $35,000,000 in RHTP funding is available to stabilize or enhance rural health care access and promote well-being.
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By Jim Sharp • July 30, 2026
RCPA has submitted comments to the CMS IFC addressing Medicaid community engagement requirements in 91 Federal Register (“FR”) 33348.
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By Jason Snyder • July 29, 2026
(RESI), a 501(c)(3) affiliate of RCPA that has been dormant for several years, is relaunching in an effort to complement RCPA’s work and improve client care.
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By Jim Sharp • July 24, 2026
RCPA submitted comments to CMS addressing the Medicaid Program, Medicaid Managed Care SDP, and Medicaid Fee-for-Service Targeted Medicaid Practitioner Payments.
By Emma Sharp • July 22, 2026
On July 14, DHS reconvened their H.R. 1 Stakeholder Work Group to discuss Pennsylvania’s plan to implement the changes coming to the Medicaid program.
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By Christine Tartaglione • July 16, 2026
Join RCPA for golf on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Hershey Country Club to support the RCPA PAC.
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By Fady Sahhar • July 16, 2026
RCPA has sent a letter to the PA Administration and Legislature, asking them to reaffirm their commitment to Olmstead and Community Integration efforts.
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By Jim Sharp • July 13, 2026
RCPA has provided members a general update on the Pennsylvania 2026/27 budget. Further updates will be given at the next Government Affairs Committee meeting.
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By Jack Phillips • July 10, 2026
The RCPA Government Affairs Committee meeting that was originally scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026, is being rescheduled to July 21, 2026.
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By Christine Tartaglione • July 7, 2026
RCPA is requesting your consideration to make a donation to our PAC Silent Auction at the 2026 Conference.
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By Jim Sharp • June 30, 2026
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced on Monday that the state will join a multi-state legal action against President Donald Trump.
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By Fady Sahhar • June 29, 2026
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to review a pair of challenges to Texas’s ban on paid voter assistance.
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