Ohio Osteopathic Political Action Committee
What Is OOPAC?
The Ohio Osteopathic Political Action Committee (OOPAC) is a voluntary, nonprofit, un-incorporated association operating as an affiliated political committee of the Ohio Osteopathic Association. OOPAC is organized under Sections 3517.01(B)(8) and 3517.082 of the Ohio Revised Code.
OOPAC's purpose is to provide an opportunity for individuals interested in the future of the osteopathic profession to contribute and support candidates for Ohio statewide or state legislative offices who have demonstrated their beliefs in and the principles to which osteopathic medicine is dedicated. OOPAC's primary goal is to elect and re-elect pro-physician candidates to serve in the Ohio General Assembly. We accomplish this through direct support of OOPAC endorsed candidates, providing voter information on elections, issues, and candidates, and the political activism of our members.
How Is The Committee Elected?
Committee members are osteopathic physicians elected by the OOA Board of Trustees to serve three-year, staggered terms. The PAC is not affiliated with any political party. The current board members and the year their terms expire are:
- Paul A. Martin, DO, Secretary, Dayton (2009)
- William F. Emlich, Jr., DO, Columbus (2009)
- Robert A. Hunter, DO, Co-Chair, Dayton (2009)
- Robert S. Juhasz, DO, Co-Chair, Cleveland (2011)
- Victor D. Angel, DO, Cincinnati (2011)
How Are We Funded?
OOPAC's political activities are funded by the voluntary contributions of OOA members above and beyond their membership dues. Contributions must be by personal check or credit cards. OOPAC cannot accept corporate contributions of any kind; contributions must be from individuals.
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Contributions in any amount are vital to OOPAC's success. Contributors are recognized by cumulative giving in the following categories:
| Rotunda Club | $1,000 to $5,000 |
| Statehouse Friends | $500 - $999 |
| Patrons | $250 to $499 |
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Donors |
Up to $249 |
