Wednesday, October 01, 2003

APA Public Policy Update: Reaching the underserved
From the new APA Monitor - "Although the economy remains sluggish and national security is still the top priority, many policy-makers are diligently setting time aside to address the needs of those who are most vulnerable in difficult times--children and older adults. APA's Public Policy Office (PPO) has been working closely in recent months with congressional champions, who, despite it all, remain committed to reaching out to their oldest and youngest constituents by introducing new, exciting legislation.  
  

Senate Passes Funding Bill; No Treatment-Voucher Program
Story at Join Together - "The U.S. Senate has passed the 2004 appropriations bill for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education, but did not provide funding for President Bush's Access to Recovery treatment-voucher program, Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Weekly reported Sept. 22..."