DOL said changes to the contract before the deadline was probably not possible; most states seem resigned to signing as is with the hope of change later. The only alternative I see is to send a team of attorneys to negotiate on behalf of the states concerning the items favored by the states in the Webinar and the other issues which have been raised. The trip to DC would have to be next week or two weeks at the latest. Amendments could be drafted and sent to the states before the January 1 deadline. I would propose Jane P from Penn., Paul from NY, Mike from Utah, and Mike from DC, if they are willing to serve and their states are willing to send them. This is the best I can come up with, certainly open to other ideas?? We need to express opinions and decide on a course of action. Thanks, Joe An Equal Opportunity Employer/Program Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.