Policy Committee

The Policy committee shall be responsible for tracking Policy issues of interest to NOSORH and coordinating Policy communication and educational activities for the organization. Reports to the membership on its activities at least quarterly. Monitors legislative activity of Congress relative to rural health and State Offices of Rural Health (SORH). Reports areas of activity/interest to the NOSORH Board periodically, including a report at the NOSORH Board annual retreat and as needed during monthly Board conference calls. Assists the NOSORH Board in the development of the NOSORH legislative agenda and posting on the NOSORH website. Represents NOSORH legislative issues to member of Congress and others.

Co-Chair: John Barnas*
Michigan Center for Rural Health
Michigan State University
B-218 West Fee Hall
East Lansing, MI 48824
Phone: (517) 432-1066
Fax: (517) 432-0007
Email: barnas@msu.edu

Co-Chair: Lisa Davis*
Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health
Pennsylvania State University
202 Beecher-Dock House
University Park, PA 16802
Phone: (814) 863-8214
Fax: (814) 865-4688
Email: lad3@psu.edu

Policy Committee Reports (Restricted - NOSORH Members Only)

* Serves as an Ex-Officio, voting member of the Board