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Contact Your Policymakers

Your voice is powerful.

By helping policymakers understand what is fundamentally important to those who know Parkinson's disease intimately, you can shape their decision-making. Contact your elected officials now and tell them how they can use their votes to support Parkinson’s research and care.

Want to stay up-to-date on Parkinson's public policy? Sign up to join our policy network at michaeljfox.org/advocacy.

    • Pesticide spray

      Tell the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to Ban Paraquat

      The EPA has opened an opportunity for the public to comment on their reconsideration of the use of paraquat until April 1, 2024. Send a message to the EPA — ban this harmful pesticide now.
    • Capitol building

      Tell Congress to Fund Critical Parkinson’s Research and Care

      Congress is currently making budget decisions for fiscal year 2025. Tell them to fund Parkinson’s research and care now.
    • NY State Advocacy Barbara Zimmerman

      Make Sure States Prioritize Parkinson's Policies in 2024

      Most state legislative sessions are short — about 3-6 months — which means many 2024 sessions are already halfway over. Have you urged your lawmakers to prioritize Parkinson’s yet?
    • Capitol Hill

      The House Passed the National Plan — The Senate is Up Next!

      The House of Representatives passed the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act! Now we need the Senate to follow their House colleagues' lead and advance this critical bill.
    • Kristi LaMonica NY State Advocacy

      Tell Congress: Pass the National Plan to End Parkinson's Act

      Add your name to our petition to tell Congress to pass the National Plan to End Parkinson's Act (H.R. 2365/S.1064).
    • medication

      Help Advance the Safe Step Act

      Advocate for legislation that would change protocols that prevent people with Parkinson's from accessing the medication they need.
    • Man spraying herbicide

      Tell Congress to Ban Harmful Toxins Linked to Parkinson's

      Ask Congress to support a bill that calls for banning paraquat and other dangerous pesticides used in farming and agriculture.
    • People inside a Capitol Hill building.

      Interested in Parkinson’s Advocacy? Join Our Policy Network

      Share your contact information and we’ll make sure you receive the latest action alerts and policy updates directly to your inbox.
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Want to Get More Involved?

There are many ways to make your voice heard. Download our advocacy toolkit and other educational materials to learn how you can influence public policy.

“Don’t ever be afraid to tell your story, because the more people calling and emailing their members of Congress, the better. Our voices matter.”
Judy Bellenfant Parkinson’s advocate and care partner
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