Policy & Action Overview

Engaging with policymakers ensures that people are able to have their voices heard in the legislative process. Heavily dependent on federal funding, FQHCs must be active in educating and informing policymakers about the critical role they play in our nation's healthcare system. Through taking action to increase awareness, we remind our lawmakers that FQHCs are important to the health and wellbeing of our citizens. Not only do they make sense for Louisiana's physical well-being, but they also serve as important economic engines for our local communities.

When engaging with policy, it is important to remember that
"if you're not at the table, you're on the menu!"

How Can You Get Involved?

NACHC's Policy and Issues Forum (P&I)

The Policy & Issues Forum is held annually in Washington D.C. It serves as a perfect forum for health center supporters from across the country to gather, exchange ideas, and meet with legislators to discuss issues important to FQHCs. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from government officials, some of our nation's leading healthcare experts, and peers from across the country. Topics typically include the latest state-level trends, emerging regulatory policies and proposals that will affect healthcare delivery and spending, Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement, workforce, and technology. We strongly encourage you to participate in this event!

LPCA's Annual Legislative Day

Every year, Louisiana's Community Health Centers gather at the State Capitol in Baton Rouge for our Annual Legislative Day. Those taking action on behalf of Louisiana's FQHCs get the opportunity to meet with their state legislators and emphasize the important role they play in their communities.

Save the Date for LPCA's 2026 Annual Legislative Day that will be held Monday, April 20th at the State Capitol & Claiborne Building!

LPCA Action Network

The LPCA Action Network allows patients, FQHC staff, and Board Members the opportunity to convene and strategize around LPCA's legislative activities and grassroots efforts. With their input, LPCA can better focus its efforts on the most effective ways to engage with the policies that affect them, their health centers, and their communities. These committee members stand ready to recruit their local health centers when necessary for a call to action or other urgent legislative priority.

The LPCA Action Network conference calls take place on the first Tuesday of every month. You are invited to participate.