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NASS members who are U.S. citizens and pay dues or have are voting privileges may contribute to SpinePAC, as may NASS candidate members. All contributions must be drawn on personal accounts. Contributions to SpinePAC are used for political purposes, contributions are voluntary, and you may choose whether and how much to give without concern of favor, disadvantage or reprisal by the National Association of Spine Specialists or SpinePAC. SpinePAC may not accept corporate contributions or contributions from foreign nationals, and you may not be reimbursed for your contribution. If you send a payment in response to this solicitation drawn on your corporate practice account (check or credit card), the payment will be deposited to a NASS6 administrative account and used for permitted political purposes by NASS6 in accordance with Federal Election Commission regulations. Contributions are not tax deductible for federal tax purposes. Federal law requires SpinePAC to make its best effort to report to the Federal Election Commission the name, address, occupation and name of employer for each individual whose contributions exceed $200 in a calendar year.

Our efforts eliminate hurdles that threaten spine care providers and patients.

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As the primary voice for spine specialists on Capitol Hill, we work with Congress to advocate for policies that:

IMPROVE

access to spine care for patients

PROTECT

the practices of spine specialists

FUND

spine research and prevention

Recent Advocacy efforts have included:

Challenging threats to Medicare reimbursement

Ensuring payment reform is fair and flexible

Improving health information technology

Securing funding & resources to develop quality measures

Reducing undue reporting and administrative burdens

Creating solutions for comprehensive medical liability reform

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SpinePAC President’s Dinner

The Refectory at High West Distillery

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2020 7:00-9:30 PM

Hosts Dr. William Sullivan and Dr. Philip Schnieder cordially invite you to join them at one of Utah’s premier whiskey distilleries - The Refectory - High West’s Distillery in Wanship, UT. You will enjoy an evening filled with a savory 4 course meal, taste High West’s specialized whiskey cocktails and embark on a tour of the distillery, all while in the beautiful Uinta Mountains. Please join us, and receive the Presidential treatment with your fellow NASS colleagues.

$500 includes ticket and shuttle service for donor and a guest. All donations for this event will benefit the NASS Political Action Committee, SpinePAC.

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Our Mission

The National Association of Spine Specialists brings together spine care providers and patients as a unified voice in the fight for sound health policy. NASS’ Advocacy program utilizes members and staff to stress the importance of policies that preserve patient access to high quality, evidence-based specialty care. NASS maintains a Washington, D.C. Office to ensure that members are represented on Capitol Hill and have the inside beat on federal policymaking. Association staff frequently meet with lawmakers, legislative staff and administrative officials to weigh in on health care policies as they are craftedfor the development of new sections to meet the needs of NASS members' varied interests.

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What is SpinePac?

SpinePAC is the political action committee sponsored by the National Association of Spine Specialists (the “other NASS”), that promotes the common business interests of our profession.

The National Association of Spine Specialists is an IRS-designated 501(c) (6) trade organization that serves as the advocacy arm of the North American Spine Society. Founded in July of 1999, the National Association of Spine Specialists advocates in the legislative and regulatory arenas for public policies that protect members’ ability to practice medicine and give patients access to the specialists, technologies and treatments they require for quality spine care.

SpinePAC’s purpose is to work within the federal election process to further the goals of the spine care community by supporting “pro spine” candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate.

In short: SpinePAC serves as the voice of spine care providers profession in elective politics

Who may contribute to SpinePAC?
In accordance with federal election law, SpinePAC may only solicit contributions from NASS members in the United States who pay dues or have voting privileges. These members include active, active provisional, lifetime, and candidate members. Foreign nationals cannot contribute to SpinePAC. Contributions to SpinePAC are entirely voluntary.

How much may I contribute to SpinePAC?
SpinePAC may receive up to $5,000 per year from any one individual.

How do I contribute to SpinePAC?
Contributions may be made online through our DONATE page.

Who Does SpinePAC Support:
2017-2018 SpinePAC Cycle Report
2019-2020 SpinePAC Candidate Support Cheat Sheet

Who do I contact if I have questions?
Questions regarding SpinePAC should be directed to the DC Office at (630) 230-3671 or via email.

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