Last month, two individuals working hard to pass the Lymphedema Treatment Act were recognized at the Rare Voice Awards in Washington, D.C.
Fourteen-year-old Sarah Meyer was a finalist in the Young Adult category, and Lindsay Manson from Representative Reichert’s office, our lead House sponsor, was a finalist in the Congressional Staff category.
While neither won, we are incredibly proud that they, and our bill, were featured. Short videos of the finalists in each category can now be seen here: Congressional Staff / Young Adult.
With election day drawing near, and the House and Senate in recess, members of Congress are at home in their districts and many are holding Town Halls or other public events. These are great opportunities to speak to them about the LTA!
Visit the Town Hall Project and enter your zip code to find events near you. It’s also a good idea to check your members’ social media accounts and websites. Remember that those running for reelection will also have separate campaign websites.
Regardless of the election outcome, current members will stay in office through early January. Since we hope to pass the LTA this year, during the lame duck session, it’s very important that you continue to reach out to your current Representative and Senators.
Thank you for your advocacy!
Heather Ferguson
Founder & Executive Director
Lymphedema Advocacy Group
LymphedemaTreatmentAct.org
