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Event Details
Event Date & Time	July 16, 2026, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Location	Fayetteville Technical Community College Nursing Education and Simulation Center, 223 2340 Hull Rd Fayetteville, NC 28303
Target Audience	Registered Nurses
Speaker(s)	Alix John, NCNA Manager of Political Engagement Senator Tom McInnis Senator Tom McInnis has served in the North Carolina Senate since 2015, representing communities across central and southeastern North Carolina. A businessman, auctioneer, and former member of the Richmond County Board of Education, he has built a career dedicated to public service and strengthening North Carolina’s communities. Throughout his time in the General Assembly, Senator McInnis has been one of the most consistent champions of APRN Full Practice Authority in the North Carolina Senate, working across the aisle to reintroduce the legislation in every biennium. His longstanding support has made him one of NCNA's key legislative allies on expanding access to care and strengthening the healthcare workforce. Representative Garland Pierce Representative Garland Pierce has served in the North Carolina House of Representatives since 2025, representing Hoke and Scotland counties after previously serving in the General Assembly from 2005 to 2019. A pastor and longtime community leader, Rep. Pierce has dedicated his career to public service, advocating for stronger communities, expanded access to healthcare, and greater opportunities for North Carolinians. He has also been a supporter of the nursing profession, serving as a sponsor of the 2025 APRN Full Practice Authority legislation to help strengthen North Carolina’s healthcare workforce and improve patient access to care.
Audience Level	Competent
Description	Your voice matters—and advocacy starts with informed, engaged nurses. Join NCNA's Manager of Political Engagement, Alix John, for an evening of networking and conversation with fellow nurses and special guest Senator Tom McInnis of the North Carolina Senate. This unique event offers an opportunity to hear directly from a state lawmaker about current healthcare and legislative issues, learn more about NCNA's advocacy efforts, and discover practical ways to make your voice heard on behalf of nurses and patients across North Carolina. Whether you're new to advocacy or already actively engaged, you'll gain valuable insights, make meaningful connections, and leave with a better understanding of how nurses can help shape healthcare policy in our state. FREE and open to all—no NCNA membership required! Light refreshments will be provided.
Agenda	Welcome Political Roundtable Audience Q&A Legislative Update Advocacy Tips & Tricks In-Person Advocacy Activity NCNA Announcements
Handouts	None
Contact Hours	None
Pharmacology Hours	None
Disclaimer	Use of AI technologies, including but not limited to notetaking tools, meeting assistants, or recording technologies, is prohibited while engaging with NCNA except as described in section 3.8 of NCNA’s AI policy. Reproduction, distribution, or transmission in any form or by any means without express written permission of NCNA is prohibited. Presenters assume responsibility for the content, its accuracy and completeness, and permission to use copyrighted works. This activity is intended solely for educational purposes and does not replace independent professional judgment. The presenters’ opinions and statements of fact are their own and do not represent those of the North Carolina Nurses Association or its affiliates and sponsors.
Cost	NCNA Member Fee: Free Non-Member Fee: Free
Activity Instructions	Registration for this activity is required. A pre-event email with Zoom details will be emailed 24 hrs prior to the event start time.
Questions?	Contact NCNA at RNs@ncnurses.org or (919) 821-4250.

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