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

    $90 Million in Health and Disease Research in the Works at DOD

    A new research framework at DOD that proposes at least $90 million in research funding around diseases like Parkinson’s, diabetes and others is under consideration for approval by Congress.
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    Join Our Team to Increase Federal Parkinson’s Research Funding

    Our policy team provides an update on federal Parkinson's research funding.
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    Advocacy Works: Capitol Hill Is Buzzing About Parkinson’s

    Learn about recent policy “wins” that could not have happened without advocates across America lifting their voices and raising priority for Parkinson’s research.
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    Congress Considering Bill to Support Family Caregivers

    A bill circulating within Congress could help provide financial relief to millions of family caregivers.
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    Five Big “Wins” in Public Policy: Your Parkinson’s Advocacy Is Making a Difference

    The first half of 2021 has been a remarkable time for MJFF’s public policy advocacy on behalf of people and families living with Parkinson’s, as well as for researchers working on a cure.
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    Advocacy Works: California Funds Its Parkinson’s Disease Registry

    California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the state’s Fiscal Year 2022 budget, which includes $8.4 million over four years for the California Parkinson’s Disease Registry.
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  • Public Policy and Parkinson's Disease: Highlights of the Past Year and Plans for 2017

    U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Expands Benefits for People with Parkinsonism Associated with Agent Orange Exposure

    The VA announced they will put into effect legislation to provide health care and benefits for veterans who served in the military in Southwest Asia with Parkinsonism related to Agent Orange exposure.
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