Advocacy - National Issues

Senator Clinton Receives Distinguished Leadership Award

December 7, 2006 - The Epilepsy Foundation's newly-minted Distinguished Leadership Award, which honors steadfast leadership and support of importance for people with epilepsy, was presented today to Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton. Senator Clinton introduced the Lifespan Respite Care Act in the Senate, has been the original sponsor of our epilepsy appropriations sign-on letter and produced a special video for this year's Gala in New York City.

Pictured from left to right: Epilepsy Foundation President and CEO Eric Hargis, Director of Federal Relations Julie Yannes, Senator Hillary Clinton, Senior Director of Government Relations Donna Meltzer

Kids Speak Up! Reunions, Heroes, and Commitment

Children with epilepsy and their families converged on Capitol Hill to take part in the Epilepsy Foundation's Kids Speak Up! campaign. The participants met with their congressional representatives on behalf of the nearly 3 million Americans living with epilepsy.

Event Highlights: Snowe Honored | Vitter Meets with 'Kids'

See Also: Participants by State | Multimedia Gallery

Despite changes in public attitudes and federal laws, people with epilepsy continue to face discrimination in all aspects of life and are unable to gain full access to the healthcare they need. The Epilepsy Foundation wants to work with you to advocate for changes in Congress and in the courts.

Legislative Priorities

Learn about our legislative priorities then visit our Grassroots Network to help shape legislation!

Learn about legislation the Foundation is tracking and how your member of congress voted in our Legislative Advocacy Center.

You can also advocate for changes by knowing your legal rights and defending your rights in court. Learn about recent court decisions affecting people with epilepsy and read briefs filed in other cases. Then use our resources to make a difference!

2007 Government Affairs Statement Posted: January 6, 2007

Become an Advocate and visit our Action Center to "Speak Up, Speak Out" on issues of importance to people with epilepsy. This is how you can make a real difference. By contacting your lawmakers, you will strengthen our collective voice to help all those with epilepsy.