03/07/2026
Dr. Scovel’s work with the APA Executive Rural Health committee, as a member of the Council of Representatives, has been recognized with the APA Presidential Award. This project focuses on advocacy for frontier communities and Rural Behavioral Health, aiming to strengthen communities, improve Behavioral Health, alleviate workforce shortages, social isolation, and infrastructure challenges. The unanimous passage of the bill in Apa government highlights the importance strengthening our Rural communities mental health.