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Lobby Day Information
Lobby Day 2026Lobby Day is your opportunity to make your voice heard! Join fellow APTA New York members in meeting state senators and assembly members to advocate for legislation that impacts the physical therapy profession. 
Legislative Action App
Downloading the NEW legislative action app will place at your fingertips the necessary materials to carry out a successful legislative meeting. Please download the APTA ACTION App from your app-store and select New York to access our posted documents and provide legislator feedback. Download the App
Find My District
APTA New York is divided into districts to provide localized support and foster community engagement among members. Each district offers opportunities for networking, professional development, and advocacy tailored to the unique needs of its region. Learn More
Who Are My Legislators
Know your legislators before Lobby Day! Understanding who represents you—and their stance on healthcare and physical therapy—helps make your advocacy more personal, informed, and impactful. Click to search the Assembly. Find Your SenatorsKnow Before You Go: Lobby Day Resources
Lobby Day is your opportunity to advocate for the profession of physical therapy and amplify your voice at the state level. The more informed you are, the more impactful your conversations with legislators will be. Use the sections below to familiarize yourself with the legislative structure, committee assignments, key legislation, and supporting resources.
PATIENT ACCESS/CO-PAY LEGISLATION:Provides that no policy of group accident, group health or group accident and health shall impose copayments for physical or occupational therapy greater than the copay for similar services provided by a physician.
PTA SUPERVISION LEGISLATION:Provides that supervision by a licensed physical therapist of a physical therapist assistant shall be continuous but shall not require the physical presence of the licensed physical therapist at the time and place where services are being performed; requires a licensed physical therapist to be available for consultation with the physical therapist assistant or the patient within a reasonable amount of time.
DIRECT ACCESS LEGISLATION:Removes limits on the duration of treatment by a licensed physical therapist when a patient does not have a referral.
These committees often hear and decide the future of PT-related bills. Use them to identify which legislators are especially influential. Senate Committees: Assembly Committees: |
