BREAKING NEWS! The ACA was up on Capitol Hill with Jordan Thomas on Tuesday, September 15th along with the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association asking lawmakers about what they can do to help push for better access to prosthetic and orthotic care.

We followed that up with a very successful lobby day on September 16^th.  In addition to lobby meetings throughout the day, the group had a chance to attend a Government Oversight hearing on private insurance where they were acknowledged by Subcommittee Chairman, Rep. Dennis Kucinich (OH).  They also had the opportunity to witness the press conference given by Sen. Max Baucus announcing the Senate Finance healthcare reform proposal.  All in all it was a VERY good day, but we need to keep up the momentum! 

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IN THE MEDIA:  Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer did a story on September 16th focused on the Jordan Thomas interviews with a mention of The ACA's lobby day.   

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Parity Re-introduced in Congress:  The Prosthetic & Custom Orthotic Act of 2009 (H.R.2575) was introduced in the House on May 21, 2009. We are also working with Senator Snowe’s office to get the bill introduced in the Senate as soon as possible. This bill will ensure amputees get the healthcare they need to live active, independent lives.  Click here to read the text. 

Making Progress State by State: We had several victories this year (AR, VA, IA, MD, TX, MO and CT).  We will continue to work hard to support these efforts in order to ensure that amputees get the care they need.  We are also working on pulling together organizing meetings throughout the summer to ramp up for 2010. The ACA is grateful to the activists who have not only taken the lead but really gone above and beyond to push start parity legislation through and support our congressional efforts.  Our Advocacy Department is honored to work with such amazing people!   Read more.

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