Massachusetts Public Health AssociationMPHA’s policy priorities reflect our commitment to advancing health equity in the Commonwealth through policies that align with the health needs and priorities of the communities we serve. MPHA is committed to policies that combat structural racism, integrate health into all policies, and reduce poverty.
Access to Healthy Affordable Food
- Successfully Implementing the Massachusetts Food Trust Program
- Advocating for Continued Mass in Motion Funding
- Closing the “SNAP Gap”
- Funding the Healthy Incentives Program
Transportation Equity
- Funding and Modernizing Regional Transit Authorities
- Equitable Implementation of the Transportation Climate Initiative
Public Health Infrastructure
- Passing the State Action for Public Health Excellence (SAPHE) Bill
- Supporting the Coalition for Local Public Health
- Preventing Childhood Lead Poisoning
Equity in Health Care
- Funding the Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund
- Convening the Alliance for Community Health Integration
- Halting Implementation of the New Federal Public Charge Rule
Access to Quality, Affordable Housing
- Supporting Policies that Increase Access to Healthy and Affordable Homes
- Building Partnerships for Affordable Housing and Health Equity
Click here to view MPHA Priority Legislation for 2017-2018
Click here to view MPHA Priority Legislation 2015-2016