Advocacy & Legislation
Advancing the Chiropractic Profession Through Strategic Legislative Action
As the largest professional association representing Doctors of Chiropractic in Pennsylvania, public policy advocacy is a mission-critical function of the Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association. Our member-led committees and working groups drive meaningful change for our profession and the patients we serve.
Your Role in Professional Advocacy
As a PCA member or Pennsylvania-licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, one of the most important things YOU can do to assist YOUR profession is to know your state legislators! Building relationships with your representatives creates pathways for meaningful dialogue about chiropractic care and patient access.
Effective advocacy begins at the grassroots level when legislators understand the vital role.
Chiropractors play a crucial role in their communities, becoming allies in protecting the scope of practice and patient rights. Your voice matters in shaping the future of chiropractic care in Pennsylvania.
PCA Advocacy Efforts
PCA 2026 Lobby Day
Monthly Advocacy Days
Andrew Heck, DC, PCA President, Co-Chair of Legislative Committee
Meet Our Legislative Team
Adrew Rickhard, DC, Co-Chair, Legislative Committee
Mike Barba, Executive Director
Marc Belitsky, DC
Tim Faircloth, Legislative Liaison
Jessica Treichler, Legislative Liaison
Historic Advocacy Achievements
Protecting Professional Integrity
We have stopped repeated efforts by insurers to compromise the very nature of our profession. We put an end to unwarranted and excessive multiple co-payments for patients IN ONE OFFICE VISIT.
Ensuring Financial Stability
We put an end to unlimited retroactive reviews and take-backs from health insurers. We have continued to shine a light on the darkness of excessive overreach on restrictions to patients’ access to care by the wealthy health insurance industry and their lobbyists.
Defending Workers’ Rights
We stopped efforts by BIG insurance and BIG business to drastically limit the rights of injured Pennsylvania workers and their treating DCs. We funded the appeal of the State Farm v. Cavoto legal case, specifically the right of DCs to delegate to unlicensed personnel.
Shaping Regulatory Frameworks
We advocated to the PA State Board of Chiropractic for specific regulatory language that addresses distance & classroom learning, delegation to unlicensed personnel, specialty advertising and scope of practice, including animal chiropractic.
Where Do My Donations Go?
Political Action Committee Fund
Support legislative advocacy efforts that directly impact your practice and your patients’ access to care. PAC contributions fund lobbying efforts, legislative research, and strategic political engagement.
Legal Defense Fund
Contribute to ongoing legal challenges that protect the chiropractic scope of practice and professional autonomy. These funds support critical litigation that shapes the future of our profession.
Keith Miller, DC
PAC Committee Chair
Advanced Chiropractic & Spine Center
Understanding Pennsylvania's Legislative Process
The Commonwealth’s lawmaking power is vested in a General Assembly consisting of a 50-member Senate (with four-year terms) and a 203-member House of Representatives (with two-year terms). Understanding this process empowers you to engage effectively with your legislators.
Senate Leadership
The Lieutenant Governor serves as President of the Senate, with the President Pro Tempore presiding in their absence. Bills must be referred to a committee within 14 calendar days of introduction.
House Leadership
The House elects a Speaker as presiding officer. The extensive committee system, approximately 27 committees with sub-committees, serves as the workshop of the General Assembly.
Essential Resources for Advocacy
Stay connected and engaged with the legislative process through these essential resources. Effective advocacy requires staying informed about current legislation, contacting representatives, and understanding the broader policy landscape.