The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) will recognize Ohio State Representative and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Kellie Deeter, DNP, CRNA, CNP, with a Special Recognition Award for extraordinary legislative leadership that advanced CRNA practice, strengthened patient access to anesthesia care, and elevated the nurse anesthesiology profession. Rep. Deeter will be honored during the AANA 2026 Annual Congress, August 21-25, in Boston.