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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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  • Facing Parkinson's Backed by Optimism and Supportive Friends

    Facing Parkinson's Backed by Optimism and Supportive Friends

    Matt Keswick was diagnosed with PD at the age of 39. Once he decided to go public with his diagnosis, Matt got involved with Team Fox where he found a renewed sense of optimism.
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  • Make Sure You're Heard on Health Care Reform

    Make Sure You're Heard on Health Care Reform

    Guest blogger B.J. Bement talks about the importance of advocating for health care and making your voice heard.
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  • What would the Senate health care bill mean for the Parkinson's community?

    What would the Senate health care bill mean for the Parkinson's community?

    Maria De Leon, MD, a person living with Parkinson's and a retired movement disorder specialist, shares her thoughts on the health care reform proposal recently introduced in the Senate.
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  • Advocate this August Using MJFF's New Resources

    Advocate this August Using MJFF's New Resources

    Every August, Congress goes on recess and legislators head to their home districts. Schedule a meeting with your lawmaker to educate them on policy issues impacting the PD community.
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  • Urge Congress to Safeguard Medicare Funding

    Urge Congress to Safeguard Medicare Funding

    Two pieces of legislation moving through Congress seek to repeal a provision that could cut Medicare spending. Ask your senators and representatives to co-sponsor the legislation.
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  • President's Proposed 2018 Budget Would Cut Funding for Research and Care

    President's Proposed 2018 Budget Would Cut Funding for Research and Care

    On May 23, the president released his full Fiscal Year 2018 budget proposal, outlining his administration's preferred funding levels for the coming federal fiscal year.
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  • American Health Care Act Passes U.S. House of Representatives

    American Health Care Act Passes U.S. House of Representatives

    The House of Representatives voted to pass the American Health Care Act (AHCA), which, if signed into law, would make significant changes to our health care and insurance systems.
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