Advocacy

The Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association represents its members with select legislative and advocacy efforts to support the profession. Please see these items below:

Legislative Reports

MSHA actively watches and advocates for policies and legislation on a weekly basis. Click on the following link to download our latest legislative report.

Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association Legislative Report for the Week of 2.10.2026


Child Hearing Aid Coverage

Please consider joining MSHA’s initiative to pass legislation in Mississippi that would require insurance companies to provide coverage for hearing aids and related services for children under 21 years of age. Click the link above to learn more

State Education Advocacy Leaders

State Education Advocacy Leaders (SEALs) are appointed by ASHA recognized state speech-language-hearing associations to advocate on education issues. Click on the link above to view more information about SEAL and how to get involved.