Legislative Defense Fund
What You Need To Know About The NCPA Legislative Defense Fun
What is the money used for/what does the LDF do?
The LDF funds our national and state government affairs activities on your behalf. Legislative campaigns can be quite costly. A fully-funded Government Affairs operation is necessary to turn the tide in your favor and will cost over $2 million a year. Your continued and renewed support is greatly appreciated. Please give as much as possible.
Why should I contribute to the LDF?
Last year alone the health care industry spent $325 million—more than any other sector—in its efforts to influence Congress and federal agencies. Millions more were spent at the state level. NCPA needs a healthy LDF to fight back. Community Pharmacy is subject to pervasive federal regulation. The government plays the leading role in pricing for Medicare and Medicaid patients. Medicare and Medicaid will count for 37% of all spending on prescription drugs next year. That is up from 20% this year. That means on average, 37% of your business is directly impacted by what the government does.
What are the benefits of contributing?
We are fighting the PBM abuses that you and your patients face daily. NCPA is the only group in our nation’s capital looking out for the unique needs of independent pharmacies. Government has a huge impact on our profession and our business and if we don’t have a seat at the table, we put both at risk. The PBMs have millions of dollars for well-financed and very slick government affairs operations. To help you and your business succeed, we need your support to obtain a seat at the table.
No limits to what you can give!
Personal and corporate funds are accepted and there are no limits on the amount you can give. Corporate funds may be tax deductible as a business expense under the laws of your state. Ask your accountant.
How can I contribute?
- Go online for our Secure Contribution Form
- By check, payable to “NCPALDF” at 100 Daingerfield Road, Alexandria, VA 22314
- By phone, call NCPA with your credit card information toll free at 800-544-7447
- By fax: Fax your completed contribution form to 703-683-3619 (We urge you to select the convenient option of automatic monthly contributions.)
- Download a copy of the contribution form.