AT Government Relations. Public Policy. Politics. (tweets are my own)
Joined September 2011
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
May 21
Today on Capitol Hill, NATA hosted a briefing for congressional staff on the vital role ATs play in supporting the armed forces. Many thanks to CDR Bernstein, CAPT Hammond, Col. McGuire, Mike Hooper, Amos Mansfield, Jason Robey & Andy Carter for making it a BIG success! @NATA1950
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
May 14
What a greAT day with these fantastic ATs at the H2F Symposium! @NATA1950 #ATadvocacy
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May 7
Congratulations!!!!!
Thank you to EVERYONE that helped make this happen!!
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
May 3
May the fourth be with you
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
May 3
Golden Tempo was literally dead last in the final turn and then outkicked everyone to win the Kentucky Derby. What an insane finish.
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Thank you @AmericanAir for giving me certificates so I can personally thank members of your team for their outstanding service. ♥️🇺🇸
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
May 1
Today in 1991: Nolan Ryan at age 44 strikes out 16 & pitches his 7th no-hitter. A 122 pitch masterpiece…here’s the final full at bat.
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President A.J. Duffy III, MS, ATC, PT took the mound last week ⚾️
A lifelong Tigers fan throwing out the first pitch. Big thanks to the Detroit Tigers for the opportunity and for supporting the athletic trainers who keep athletes safe and performing at their best.
@tigers #NATM2026 #CareYouCanCountOn
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
Apr 24
Big news for athletic trainers in Iowa!
HF2600 has officially passed through the Iowa Legislature & is now headed to the Governor’s desk for signature.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this moment possible — your advocacy is making a difference.
#IATS #HF2600 #ATCompact
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
Apr 24
Our team is excited to be in Albany today for the New York TUFSS meeting!
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
Apr 10
Many thanks to TX @RepCraigGoldman for meeting our Louisiana ATs and touring the Saints’ practice facility while in NOLA this week. We really appreciate his time and support! 📸 cred Jordan Adams @LATAincD9 @NATA1950 #ATadvocacy
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Advocacy in action.
Recorded during NATA’s Hit the Hill Day, this NATA-Cast episode breaks down how ATs are working directly with Congress to advance mental health funding, credentialing standards, and more.
Listen: buzzsprout.com/958516/episod…
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
Cheering on the astronauts and crew of Artemis II from America’s Front Yard. Out of this world!
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Apr 1
So much fun!!!!!
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Mar 24
Come hang out with the government affairs team!!
Mar 24
🚨 DON’T FORGET 🚨 This Thursday at 6pm CT is our monthly NATABeat ChATs where we talk all things federal and state government affairs! Register here 👉🏻 nata.org/advocacy/federal @NATA1950 #ATadvocacy
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Mar 22
Only 8 days to go!!! 🇺🇸
Mar 22
Only one week to go before the 2026 NATA Policy Summit & Capitol Hill Day! If you are attending (or want to see what you will be missing), visit the @NATA1950 website here: nata.org/advocacy/federal/ca…
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Deanna Kuykendall retweeted
Mar 18
Huge congrATs to @TNATA for a successful day in the Tennessee legislature! Their bills now move onto the Senate floor and the House full committee. We 👀 you @dr_racheal! 📸 cred TATS VP Thad @NATA1950 #ATadvocacy
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It’s a new day at NATA!
Your membership fuels the advocacy that protects your profession. From monitoring legislative changes to elevating athletic training nationwide, NATA is working for you every day.
Tap into quarterly updates on NATA Now and stay connected with @MyNATABeat on X (Twitter) for real-time highlights.
Learn more: nata.org/nata-now/articles/n…
#ANewDayAtNATA #AThletesDeserveATs #ATAdvocacy
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Mar 8
ATs save lives!
Regardless of jersey color, Athletic Trainers care for athletes! #AT4ALL #CareYouCanCountOn #NATM2026
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Mar 7
It’s a greAT day in sunny (and windy) California!
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