Representative Braley Receives ADA’s
Public Policy Leadership Award
The Iowa Dietetic Association Congratulates Rep. Braley.
U.S. Representative Bruce L. Braley (Iowa’s 1st Congressional District) has been named the recipient of ADA's 2010 Public Policy Leadership Award for his outstanding work in support of nutrition issues in Congress. The award recognizes Rep. Braley's role in championing important policy initiatives, especially related to nutrition services in health care and child nutrition program.
Rep. Braley's efforts on the House of Representatives' health reform bill ensured dietetic technicians, registered were listed as qualified to serve as Medicaid Food Service Directors, and he included registered dietitians in the Frontline Health-care Providers bill, a loan re-payment program for essential health personnel who work in underserved areas. ADA's Public Policy Leadership Award annually recognizes a member of Congress who exhibits strong support for efforts to change or strengthen public policy, especially in the areas of nutrition, food, health care and public health. Rep. Braley serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, where his priorities include expanding renewable energy and reforming health care.
Last updated March 8, 2010
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