Our 2017 Lymphedema Lobby Days were a tremendous success! The grand totals are:
- 71 participants from 26 states, with ages ranging from 8 to 81
- 275 scheduled meetings with offices representing 45 states
- Dropped off an LTA information packet to an additional 91 offices
- 45 new cosponsors for the LTA and counting!
If you couldn’t join us in DC you can still make a big impact at home. The House and Senate will be in recess for the next two weeks, so now is a great time to reach out!
Check your Members’ websites and social media accounts to find information about Town Halls and other public events. Or better yet, contact your nearest district office and request a meeting. Everything you need to schedule, plan for, and conduct a local meeting is right here.
Our advocates at Lobby Days did an amazing job, but in many cases offices will need to hear from more constituents before signing on. It’s up to each and every one of us to educate our own members of Congress and get them on board as cosponsors.
Your advocacy makes a difference and together we will pass the LTA!
Heather Ferguson
Founder & Executive Director
Lymphedema Advocacy Group
LymphedemaTreatmentAct.org
