House of Delegates Report
The AARC House of Delegates convened for the 2025 Summer Meeting with representatives from 49 affiliates (excluding Alaska). Delegates addressed credentialing, committee updates, strategic planning, and the advancement of professional initiatives — including APRT development and student engagement.
“NextGen RT: Illinois Edition” — a statewide virtual program engaging students across all 15 accredited Illinois programs through case presentations, reflective practice, and ethical dialogue to build early professional identity and leadership.
AARC Speaker Steven Zackowski sent a congratulatory letter praising ISRC’s work and inviting them to accept the award at the 2025 AARC International Congress in Phoenix, Arizona.
Pre-checked $2 donation added to AARC renewals for the Disaster Relief Fund.
Enhancements to rejection emails from AARC forums to include educational resources.
Two-year complimentary AARC memberships for HOSA Respiratory Therapy Event winners — college level.
Two-year complimentary AARC memberships for HOSA Respiratory Therapy Event winners — high school level.
Grants the HOD authority to organize Disaster Relief Fundraisers at AARC Congress.
- ✓ NBRC will launch a single credentialing exam in January 2027.
- ✓ The Strategic Plan (2026–2028) includes access-to-care initiatives and APRT support.
- ✓ Membership is up 7% since 2022; drop rate reduced from 10% to 4%.
- ✓ NextGen RT and MentorHub launched for professional development.
- ✓ Webcasts are now free for all AARC members.
Advanced Practice RT
Addressed solutions for physician shortages, rural access, and legislative pathways for APRT scope expansion.
Next Generation Workforce
Shared successful strategies for student outreach, scholarship opportunities, and HOD participation pathways.
raised during the meeting
Delegates discussed options for sustaining the fund, including recurring donations, storytelling campaigns, and potential integration with ARCF (American Respiratory Care Foundation).
As delegates to the AARC House of Delegates, Lexie Caraway and Molly Martin proudly represent the membership of Illinois. All members are encouraged and welcomed to reach out with any questions, ideas, or suggestions for future resolutions.
“Together, we can continue to elevate and advocate for the respiratory care profession in our state and nationwide.”