SOAR Act: Senate Bill 1406; House Bill 2902
Dear [STAFF NAME],
I wanted to extend my heartfelt gratitude for taking the time to meet with me and my fellow respiratory therapist colleagues on June 2, 2026 to discuss critical legislative issues affecting our profession and the patients we serve. Your willingness to engage in dialogue on oxygen reform legislation and the legislation regarding in-home cardiac and pulmonary rehab services under Medicare via telehealth is greatly appreciated.
During our meeting, I was particularly encouraged by [SPECIFIC EXAMPLE FROM YOUR CONVERSATION, IF APPLICABLE].
Your attention to this matter demonstrates your commitment to understanding the challenges faced by respiratory therapists and the pulmonary patients in [LIST STATE].
On behalf of the respiratory therapists in [LIST STATE], I kindly request your support for legislation aimed at improving Medicare patient access to supplemental oxygen. I have attached a section-by-section analysis for your review, outlining the importance of ensuring patients have access to the form of oxygen that best meets their individual needs. Thank you for consideration of co-sponsorship of the SOAR Act: Senate Bill 1406; House Bill 2902.
I intend to share the insights gained from our conversation with my State Society for Respiratory Care. Your thoughtful consideration of these matters is invaluable, and I am grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with you.
Should you require any additional information or assistance from myself or any of my respiratory therapist colleagues, please do not hesitate to reach out. I look forward to our continued partnership in advocating for the advancement of respiratory care.
Warm regards,
[YOUR NAME] [YOUR ADDRESS]
CC: Miriam O’Day, Sr. Vice President Government Affairs, American Association for Respiratory Care