Updates from Washington

News from Capitol Hill and statehouses across the country shifts rapidly, so it’s important to stay up to date. Here, you’ll find the latest information on the policies that The Michael J. Fox Foundation and our nationwide network of policy advocates are working on to support the Parkinson's community.

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Congressional Caucus Hosts Capitol Hill Briefing on the 'Parkinson's Pandemic'

January 29, 2018

The briefing, sponsored by MJFF and Parkinson's Foundation, featured panelists who educated lawmakers on Parkinson's-specific issues.

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New Law Aims to Better Support Care Partners

January 23, 2018

The RAISE Family Caregivers Act will support the estimated 40 million care partners across the county through education and more resources.

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What Does the Government Shutdown Mean for the Parkinson’s Community?

January 20, 2018

Because government policies and programs play a significant role in furthering research and helping people access care, you may be wondering how the shutdown will affect the Parkinson’s community.

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Foundation Advocates for Access to Medicare Therapy Services

January 19, 2018

30 organizations, including MJFF, ran an ad in Roll Call addressing a policy that limits access to physical, occupational and speech therapy through Medicare.

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You Spoke, Policymakers Listened: 2017 Advocacy Highlights

December 19, 2017

Thank you for advocating in 2017.

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MJFF CEO Calls for National Plan to Address Parkinson's Disease in 'The Hill'

December 7, 2017

Todd Sherer, PhD, penned an op-ed for 'The Hill' that called out the need for a national plan to fuel PD research and breakthroughs.

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Community Speaks, Congress Safeguards Parkinson's Research

November 14, 2017

PD community advocacy efforts helped safeguard Parkinson's research at the Department of Defense.

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