Quick recap

The meeting focused on recapping the recent planning session with HHSC and discussing how prevention providers could better influence state contracts and priorities. Participants shared feedback on administrative and financial challenges, including burdensome reporting requirements and the need for more tailored performance measures, especially for rural areas. They discussed issues with the RFP process, such as lack of notification for application receipt, limited access to scores, and the need for a more user-friendly submission system. The group raised concerns about curriculum selection, the shrinking pool of approved curricula, and the impact of SB 12 on program delivery. There was also extensive discussion about tobacco compliance checks, the strain they placed on prevention staff, and suggestions for alternative approaches. Members highlighted the importance of provider input in planning future funding cycles and the need for more negotiation and flexibility in contracts. Overall, the meeting emphasized the desire for a…

Quick recap

This meeting was a regional provider update session where Anna facilitated discussions about recent changes and updates from various organizations across Texas. The main topics covered included contract amendments for YPCCP programs, with multiple providers reporting receiving revised contracts that changed deliverable dates from the 15th to the 30th and removed some multiple deliverables. Providers discussed the removal of travel expenses from indirect and equipment categories, though there was some confusion about whether this change would be effective immediately or starting in fiscal year 2027. Regional updates were shared across different areas, with providers reporting on back-to-school preparations, summer programs, and MOU development. The group also discussed challenges with information dissemination presentations, including the need for team review processes and ensuring appropriate imagery. Anna reminded attendees about an ongoing policy strategy survey that would inform legislative committee meetings and the organization's 3-5 year framework.

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As ASAP prepares for the 90th Texas Legislative Session, we're asking every member to take a few minutes to complete our Member Policy Strategy Survey.

Your feedback will help shape not only our legislative priorities for the upcoming session, but also ASAP's broader policy framework and advocacy strategy moving forward. The Legislative Committee will meet the following week to review member input and finalize strategic priorities, so we need all responses by the end of the day on Thursday, July 17.

All questions are optional, but every response helps ensure ASAP's advocacy reflects the real-world experiences, challenges, and priorities of our members.

Thank you for helping strengthen our collective voice!