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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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The National Parkinson's Project

On July 2, 2024, President Biden signed the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act into law, establishing the first-ever federal initiative to prevent and cure Parkinson’s disease, treat its symptoms and slow or stop its progression. 

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  • Advocacy Is All in the Family for the Hotts

    Advocacy Is All in the Family for the Hotts

    Angie Hott and her husband Dan talk about their experience as Parkinson's advocates.
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  • Government Spending Bill Eliminates Medicare Therapy Cap, Increases Access to Care

    Government Spending Bill Eliminates Medicare Therapy Cap, Increases Access to Care

    The spending bill includes several measures to expand access to health care services.
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  • Congressional Caucus Hosts Capitol Hill Briefing on the 'Parkinson's Pandemic'

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

    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

    New Law Aims to Better Support Care Partners

    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?

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

    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

    Foundation Advocates for Access to Medicare Therapy Services

    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

    You Spoke, Policymakers Listened: 2017 Advocacy Highlights

    Thank you for advocating in 2017.
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