RCPA Hosts Annual Capitol Day Event, Advocates for Health and Human Services

RCPA was honored to host our annual Capitol Day today, March 25, 2026, inside the Main Rotunda. This advocacy event and rally addressed Governor Shapiro’s 2026/27 budget and highlighted key administrative priorities for the year, including implementing rate increases, reducing administrative burden, and monitoring changes from federal legislation.

Richard Edley, President and CEO of RCPA, addressed key points from RCPA’s 2026 legislative and administrative priorities, while RCPA members attended to advocate for themselves, their loved ones, and those they serve. It was a great opportunity for individuals within the community to meet face-to-face with their legislators and discuss openly the concerns within health and human services that their families, providers, and organizations are facing.

Additional speakers at the rally included:

Carl Clark, President and CEO, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
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Representative Eric Nelson
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Representative Dr. Arvind Venkat
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Representative Ann Flood
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Dr. Kyle Kopko, Executive Director for the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania (CCAP)
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Senator Patty Kim
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RCPA thanks everyone who attended, the legislators who spoke and met with our members, and those who serve our state. We also thank the media outlets who attended, giving more exposure to the issues we face. We will always strive to support you and your communities!