March 19, 2026
Legislation to improve healthcare professional wellness was heard in the House Health Finance Committee on March 18. The legislation amends the MMA’s Treat Yourself First campaign, an MMA-led initiative to address healthcare professional burnout and improve wellness.
HF 3978 (Reyer, DFL – Eagan) would extend confidentiality protections for participants in the wellness program to all healthcare professionals. The Treat Yourself First Campaign will offer mental health services, and other resources to address burnout among the healthcare workforce in Minnesota. Current law only offers confidentiality protections for physicians who patriciate in the program, but if passed, HF 3978 would protect other healthcare professionals who participate in the program.
Participants in the Treat Yourself First campaign include:
HF3978 was referred to the general register for a House floor vote.
July 30, 2026
MMA members are encouraged to vote in Minnesota’s primary election on Tuesday, August 11. The primary election determines which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election.
July 30, 2026
Early-bird pricing for the MMA’s 2026-2027 Minnesota Physician Leadership Institute (MNPLI) ends Friday, July 31 – take advantage of the $500 savings today.
July 30, 2026
This year, three physicians and one medical student are running for seats in the Minnesota Legislature.