Public Policy Scope and Priorities

GABA actively engages in public policy and advocacy efforts to protect consumers, support practitioners, and advance high-quality behavior analytic services throughout the state of Georgia. Our work focuses on shaping legislation, regulations, and funding policies that promote ethical practice, equitable access to care, and the long-term sustainability of the behavior analysis profession. We believe effective policy is informed by data, guided by ethics, and strengthened through collaboration.

 

GABA’s public policy efforts are centered on the following key areas:
 

Access to Care

• Expanding access to medically necessary behavior analytic services across Georgia

• Reducing service gaps in rural and underserved communities

• Supporting policies that improve continuity of care across the lifespan
   

Ethical & High-Quality Practice

• Protecting licensure standards for behavior analysts

• Supporting evidence-based, ethical service delivery

• Promoting responsible supervision and workforce development
   

Medicaid & Insurance Policy

• Monitoring and responding to changes in Georgia Medicaid policy

• Advocating for fair reimbursement structures

• Supporting transparency and consistency in payer requirements
   

Workforce Sustainability

• Addressing provider shortages

• Supporting reasonable supervision, credentialing, and training standards

• Advocating for policies that reduce burnout and administrative burden