1. NATA Governmental Affairs Committee Update July 9, 2011
Michael Chisar, MPT, ATC, SCS, CSCS
Chair
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill CA

2. Introduction
Committee Make-up
Committee Members
Committee Role

3. Statutory Regulation Overview
47 states have licensure, certification or registration
Remaining states are
Alaska
Hawaii
California

4. Practice Act Language Next major focus of committee
Ensure that athletic trainers are able to practice to the full scope of their education, training and knowledge
Charged with this task by Vision Quest Project
Consistent language?

5. Student Athlete Safety legislation
If athletic trainer in every high school, these laws wouldn’t be necessary, however……..
This wave of legislation shows no signs of abating
Involved in supporting states to ensure that good legislation goes forward that protects student athletes and doesn’t hinder athletic trainer’s ability to practice

6. Reimbursement Legislation
Start to see legislation regarding mandating insurance company reimbursement of ATs
• NATAGAC role

7. Thank You