Advocacy in Action: 2025 Highlights and a Look Ahead

By AARC Perspectives

January 12, 2026 |  1 min read

US Capitol building at sunset, Washington DC, USA.

In this episode, Miriam O’Day, AARC Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, discusses the 2025 progress of the SOAR Act, upcoming 2026 legislation, and advancements in the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact (RCIC). Listen in as she discusses the importance of members in the legislative process and the impact of the Washington, D.C., fly-in event on respiratory issues.

Guest

Miriam O'Day Miriam O’Day, AARC Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, oversees AARC’s advocacy and regulatory efforts nationwide.

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