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April 10, 2008
Alzheimer's association Federal Policy April 2008 update
contributed to AlzClub by Diane Christopher
As we reported last month, both the US House and Senate approved separate versions of a “Budget Resolution” (S Con Res 70/ H Con Res 312) � a document that provides guidance oon how much Congress should spend on specific federal programs, including Alzheimer research.
The Senate “Budget Resolution” recommended a $3 billion increase for all medical research - an effort led by Senators Specter (PA) and Harkin (IA). Congress is now in the process of resolving the differences between the two versions of the “Budget Resolution”.
The Alzheimer’s Association is urging Congress to accept the Senate-recommended increase for research. The overall amount recommended for research will be an important factor when the Appropriations Committees begin consideration of their annual appropriations bills.
If Congress is unable to reach agreement on the “Budget Resolution” by May, the Appropriations Committees are expected to begin debating individual bills. At this time, we do not know when the bill that funds research will be debated but will let you know when further action is needed!
While initial Alzheimer funding decisions will be made this spring, final votes on the appropriations bills are not expected until after the November presidential election.
The Association's goal is for Congress to increase funding for Alzheimer research by $125 million over current funding ($644 million) to accelerate clinical trials on new treatments and prevention methods and to improve techniques for earlier diagnosis.
What Can I do NOW?
Ask your friends and family to help multiply our numbers on Capitol Hill!
We need more voices joining advocates storming the US Capitol during our Day on the Hill in Washington DC on May 14th during the annual Public Policy Forum.
HOW? Share the Virtual Visit url: www.alz.kintera.org/virtualvisit
Personal messages from advocates will be hand-delivered to Congress by advocates from your state.
Alzheimer's Disease Congressional Hearing at Forum
On May 14th, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will convene a hearing to explore the impact of Alzheimer’s on the baby boom generation. The hearing will feature testimony from Alzheimer advocates. The focus will be: latest information about new Alzheimer drugs and diagnostic techniques in development; unique challenges faced by boomers with early onset Alzheimer’s disease; and an update on the Alzheimer’s Study Group’s (chaired by Newt Gingrich and former Senator Bob Kerrey) national strategic plan on Alzheimer’s.
Stay tuned for more information about how you can watch the hearing if you can’t make it to the Public Policy Forum.
Original text by Alzheimer's association
As we reported last month, both the US House and Senate approved separate versions of a “Budget Resolution” (S Con Res 70/ H Con Res 312) � a document that provides guidance oon how much Congress should spend on specific federal programs, including Alzheimer research.
The Senate “Budget Resolution” recommended a $3 billion increase for all medical research - an effort led by Senators Specter (PA) and Harkin (IA). Congress is now in the process of resolving the differences between the two versions of the “Budget Resolution”.
The Alzheimer’s Association is urging Congress to accept the Senate-recommended increase for research. The overall amount recommended for research will be an important factor when the Appropriations Committees begin consideration of their annual appropriations bills.
If Congress is unable to reach agreement on the “Budget Resolution” by May, the Appropriations Committees are expected to begin debating individual bills. At this time, we do not know when the bill that funds research will be debated but will let you know when further action is needed!
While initial Alzheimer funding decisions will be made this spring, final votes on the appropriations bills are not expected until after the November presidential election.
The Association's goal is for Congress to increase funding for Alzheimer research by $125 million over current funding ($644 million) to accelerate clinical trials on new treatments and prevention methods and to improve techniques for earlier diagnosis.
What Can I do NOW?
Ask your friends and family to help multiply our numbers on Capitol Hill!
We need more voices joining advocates storming the US Capitol during our Day on the Hill in Washington DC on May 14th during the annual Public Policy Forum.
HOW? Share the Virtual Visit url: www.alz.kintera.org/virtualvisit
Personal messages from advocates will be hand-delivered to Congress by advocates from your state.
Alzheimer's Disease Congressional Hearing at Forum
On May 14th, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will convene a hearing to explore the impact of Alzheimer’s on the baby boom generation. The hearing will feature testimony from Alzheimer advocates. The focus will be: latest information about new Alzheimer drugs and diagnostic techniques in development; unique challenges faced by boomers with early onset Alzheimer’s disease; and an update on the Alzheimer’s Study Group’s (chaired by Newt Gingrich and former Senator Bob Kerrey) national strategic plan on Alzheimer’s.
Stay tuned for more information about how you can watch the hearing if you can’t make it to the Public Policy Forum.
Original text by Alzheimer's association
Labels: Alzheimer's advocacy
posted by Dr.Koudinov @ 10.4.08
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