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Oregon Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Oregon State & Federal Policy

Policy & Advocacy Action Center

Advancing dietetic scope of practice, Oregon Health Plan MNT reimbursement, and nutritional security in Salem & Washington D.C.

State Focus

Licensure Law Modernization 2025–2027

Updating Oregon state dietetic licensing laws to expand RDN telehealth authority, order-writing privileges in hospital systems, and clinical MNT scope.

Salem Capitol

OAND Legislative Day

Annual gathering at the Oregon State Capitol in Salem connecting RDNs, DTRs, and dietetic students directly with state senators and representatives.

Federal Updates

Medical Nutrition Therapy Act

Federal grassroots lobbying to expand Medicare Part B coverage for outpatient MNT to include prediabetes, obesity, hypertension, and eating disorders.

Action Alert Active Campaign

Connect with Your Oregon State Legislator

Send a pre-formatted advocacy message to your Salem representative advocating for food security funding and dietetic scope of practice modernization.

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