Federal Legislative Priorities for the 110th Congress
The American Diabetes Association’s federal affairs effort is committed to advancing the Association’s mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The Congressional priorities reflect this with support for increased federal funding for research and prevention, expanded stem cell research and the protection of affordable and adequate health coverage.
Members of Congress join American Diabetes Association to Experience "Day With Diabetes" (PDF)
Alexandria, VA (August 22, 2007) – Two members of Congress, Rep. Michael Castle (R-DE) and Rep. Zack Space (D-OH) this week took part in a “Day With Diabetes” – a demonstration sponsored by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to illustrate what it is like to live with diabetes and keep it properly managed. Learn more... (PDF)
The American Diabetes Association relies on its advocates to urge Congress and the Administration to support:
Increased Federal Funding for Research and Diabetes Prevention Programs
The Association urges Congress to increase funding for the CDC’s Division of Diabetes Translation by $20.8 million, or one dollar for every American child and adult with diabetes, and increase diabetes research at the National Institutes of Health by a 8 percent, or $148.4 million.
Reauthorization of Special Diabetes Programs for Type 1 Research and Native Americans
The Association is urging Congress to re-authorize both these successful NIH programs set to expire.
Americans with Disabilities Act Restoration Act
Information about the American Diabetes Association’s legislative efforts to amend the Americans with Disabilities Act’s definition of disability.
Expansion of Stem Cell Research
The Association continues to fight to protect and expand stem cell research, which offers great hope for a cure and better treatments for diabetes.
Protection of Private Health Insurance for Patients with Diabetes
The Association is committed to expanding the number of people with diabetes who have insurance, and to ensuring that such coverage meets their health care needs. In the 109th Congress, the Association has successfully fought legislation that would jeopardize diabetes coverage protections.
Medicaid and Medicare Coverage for Diabetes
Many Americans depend on Medicaid and Medicare to cover their diabetes supplies and services. The Association closely monitors legislation and budget policy affecting Medicaid and Medicare coverage and advocates on behalf of recipients with diabetes.
Additional Diabetes Issues
Here you will find additional Diabetes issues that the Association is involved in.
