Government Affairs committee

The KPhA Government Affairs Committee discusses political activities and develop legislative agendas each year in alignment with the strategic plan of the Association. It is composed of KPhA Members who have an interest in the political issues that involve the Kansas pharmacy practice and profession. It is their mission to advocate on behalf of Kansas pharmacists and patients. If you would like to join the GAC, please email Amanda Applegate, Interim KPhA Executive Director or call 785-228-2327.


Chairperson

Nate Rockers, owner, Rockers Pharmacy, Paola, KS

 

Members

Jared Holroyd, executive director, KPhA

Sloane Freeman, MidKansas Management

Quinton Burger, KU School of Pharmacy student

Lisa Sweden, KU Health System - Great Bend

Amanda Applegate, KPhA

Tyler Woods, VMC Pharmacy Program

Dared Price, Graves Drug/Damm Pharmacies

Nick Schulte, Stormont Vail Health

Dale Masten, Genoa Healthcare

Lisa Wells, Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas

Paul Schiferl, Citizens Health

Jonathan Hansen, Damm Pharmacies

Parker Corrin, Stormont Vail Health

 

KPhA and the GAC want you to know that we are always here as a resource to help you in any situation or to answer any questions you may have. We are here to help explain legislative issues if you are unsure or unaware of an issue that a legislator may ask you about, along with helping you coordinate a meeting with a legislator. Whatever the case may be, don't hesitate to contact us.


The GAC appreciates any and all support. For questions related to the GAC or if you would like to suggest a legislative proposal/issue, please email info@ksrx.org or call 785-228-2327.

  • Day with the Legislature

    Every year, the GAC coordinates and hosts KPhA Day with the Legislature in Topeka. KPhA members take over the halls at the Kansas Statehouse to discuss issues that the Legislature will consider during the Legislative Session that are of importance to pharmacy. During our time at the capitol, we meet with the Governor, Legislators and Staff to build, maintain and grow these important relationships. 


    Keep an eye on your email for information about the next KPhA Day with the Legislature as it becomes available.

  • Who Represents You?

    An excellent way to help the GAC, and pharmacy in general, is to reach out to the legislators and other elected officials that represent you. To find who represents you, click here. Building a relationship and trust with an elected official is important so when a pharmacy related bill comes up, they call you, a pharmacist, to educate them on the bill. Below are some ways to engage with any elected official:

    • Give them a call
    • Put their yard sign in your lawn or place of business
    • Help them put out yard signs across the community
    • Help them put door flyers on homes
    • Walk with them in a parade
    • Host a neighborhood coffee event
    • Invite them to your pharmacy
    • Meet with them at their office

    As we say "A little bit goes a long way."

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