STANDING UP FOR DENTISTRY IN HARRISBURG
A Political Action Committee ( PAC ) is an organization that pools contributions from members and donates those funds to candidates who share their views and advance their goals . By joining the Pennsylvania Dental Association Political Action Committee ( PADPAC ), your financial contribution not only plays a pivotal role in state legislative races , but also ensures your profession is represented by elected officials who will fight for the profession and for quality dental care in the Commonwealth .
PACPAC is a voluntary , non-profit , unincorporated group run by and for dentists . As a bipartisan political action committee , PADPAC consists of dentists , their spouses and others from across the state who are committed to supporting legislators who value the profession of dentistry . PADPAC , operating under strict state and federal rules and regulations , constantly monitors the legislative records of every member of the General Assembly . Working with the American Dental Political Action Committee ( ADPAC ), PADPAC works to promote the dental health of our state and nation , while shaping the future of dentistry .
Candidates from all parties garner the backing of our PAC based on their legislative record and positions on oral health issues . The PADPAC board , in consultation with PDA ’ s lobbyists and staff , determines which candidates receive PADPAC contributions . They are primarily given to leaders in the House and Senate , members of key committees and other legislators with close ties to PDA members .
We are proud that so many members of PDA are also members of PADPAC . We are one of the most influential political action committees in Harrisburg , and our reputation is the result of dentists ’ support throughout Pennsylvania . As a member of PADPAC , your opinion matters . All you have to do is let your voice be heard .
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