Learning to lobby for probreastfeeding legislation: the story of a Texas bill to create a breastfeeding-friendly physician designation.
Legislation can reduce institutional barriers to breastfeeding. Lobbying is the process by which legislation is influenced by a special interest group. While generally thought of as an activity available only to the rich and powerful, lobbying by lactation activists can be an effective way to change public policy. A breastfeeding coalition in central Texas has been involved with lobbying efforts since 1995. Tactical lessons learned are shared to inspire and assist others seeking to pass probreastfeeding legislation.
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Barbara
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Austin Lactation Associates, 12710 Burson Drive, Manchaca, TX 78652-3530, USA.
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Janet Wier
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Marianne Baker
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Gretchen
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D001942:Breast Feeding; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D006801:Humans; D008119:Lobbying; D013219:State Government; D013781:Texas