The New York State Society for Respiratory Care provided an update on efforts to advance respiratory care education legislation, including virtual lobbying, the loss of a key legislative supporter, plans to introduce two separate bills focusing on a bachelor’s degree requirement and RRT credentialing for licensure, and data demonstrating workforce diversity comparable to other healthcare professions despite differing educational standards.
September 17 and 18, 2026 – at Vernon Downs. Registration is open and the Program Brochure is available.
The New York State Society for Respiratory Care opposes proposed legislation lowering educational standards for polysomnographic technologists, advocating to maintain a minimum associate’s degree due to the critical skills required for patient assessment and therapy management in sleep disorders, emphasizing the importance of accredited programs and recommending support for existing degree programs and workforce incentives to address technologist shortages.
Join us July 13–15 in Bonita Springs, Florida for our annual Summer Forum event!
