The Annual Washington D.C., Respiratory Care Fly-In is a time for RTs to come together to fight for their patients and the profession.
Connect, advocate, and make your voice heard alongside fellow respiratory therapy professionals in 2026 on June 1-2. The Respiratory Care Fly-In is a special collaboration between the AARC and our state affiliates. Interested in attending? Reach out to your state society advocacy representative for additional details and eligibility .
Why Attend?
- Our annual return to Washington is a strong display of AARC’s continuous fight for legislation that advances the profession and betters the lives of respiratory therapists and patients. This year’s focus will be on oxygen reform, especially related to the SOAR Act.
- Meet your representatives and engage directly with them to tell the important story of respiratory therapy and improved patient outcomes.
- Network with colleagues from around the country who are advocating for respiratory care issues.
- Make a difference! Your participation matters in advocating for our profession and those we serve











