Floor SpeechBipartisan2026-04-13

RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTER FOR PATIENT PARTNERSHIPS

Healthcare

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On 2026-04-13, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTER FOR PATIENT PARTNERSHIPS" in the Senate. The speech addressed healthcare. It referenced legislation: S1710.

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RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTER FOR PATIENT PARTNERSHIPS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 64 (Monday, April 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 64 (Monday, April 13, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S1710] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTER FOR PATIENT PARTNERSHIPS Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. President, today I rise to recognize the Center for Patient Partnerships on its 25th anniversary. I am pleased to honor this organization and to commemorate this historic milestone. Founded in 2000 by Meg Gaines, a law professor and cancer survivor, the Center for Patient Partnerships was built on the belief that we must work together to transform healthcare for all. For 25 years, the Center for Patient Partnerships has advanced a vision of patients working in partnership with medical and legal professionals in the fight for patient advocacy. The Center for Patient Partnerships serves those with life- threatening and chronic illnesses by providing a full range of advocacy services. It helps patients navigate complex healthcare systems through personalized support in order to better understand their treatment options and access necessary medical and legal resources. For 25 years now, the Center for Patient Partnerships has supported thousands of patients, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and guidance necessary to make informed decisions about their care. In addition to individual services, the Center for Patient Partnerships is helping shape the future of healthcare through education. Offering training programs that bring together law, medicine, nursing, and pharmacy students, these programs give students the skills needed to become compassionate advocates and professionals in healthcare. This model has established the organization as a national leader in patient-centered education and advocacy. The Center for Patient Partnerships also contributes to research and policy efforts aimed at improving healthcare delivery and patient- centered care. Its work focuses on consumer engagement and systemic reform to influence how healthcare systems respond to the patient needs. As we recognize the Center for Patient Partnerships, we also honor the leadership of Meg Gaines, whose work has transformed countless lives and inspired a new generation of advocates. I am grateful for the center's continued service to patients and their commitment to strengthening our healthcare system. I look forward to their continued success in the years to come. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTER FOR PATIENT PARTNERSHIPS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 64 (Monday, April 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 64 (Monday, April 13, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S1710] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTER FOR PATIENT PARTNERSHIPS Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. President, today I rise to recognize the Center for Patient Partnerships on its 25th anniversary. I am pleased to honor this organization and to commemorate this historic milestone. Founded in 2000 by Meg Gaines, a law professor and cancer survivor, the Center for Patient Partnerships was built on the belief that we must work together to transform healthcare for all. For 25 years, the Center for Patient Partnerships has advanced a vision of patients working in partnership with medical and legal professionals in the fight for patient advocacy. The Center for Patient Partnerships serves those with life- threatening and chronic illnesses by providing a full range of advocacy services. It helps patients navigate complex healthcare systems through personalized support in order to better understand their treatment options and access necessary medical and legal resources. For 25 years now, the Center for Patient Partnerships has supported thousands of patients, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and guidance necessary to make informed decisions about their care. In addition to individual services, the Center for Patient Partnerships is helping shape the future of healthcare through education. Offering training programs that bring together law, medicine, nursing, and pharmacy students, these programs give students the skills needed to become compassionate advocates and professionals in healthcare. This model has established the organization as a national leader in patient-centered education and advocacy. The Center for Patient Partnerships also contributes to research and policy efforts aimed at improving healthcare delivery and patient- centered care. Its work focuses on consumer engagement and systemic reform to influence how healthcare systems respond to the patient needs. As we recognize the Center for Patient Partnerships, we also honor the leadership of Meg Gaines, whose work has transformed countless lives and inspired a new generation of advocates. I am grateful for the center's continued service to patients and their commitment to strengthening our healthcare system. I look forward to their continued success in the years to come. ____________________