National Advocacy Efforts
We are tireless advocates, giving voice to those with MS by educating elected officials, physicians, hospitals, employers, insurers and others who play important roles in helping people manage and live with MS. Our advocacy focuses on these issues and more:
- Action Alert: Take action on the latest issue
- Federal funding for MS research
- Quality health care
- Long term care
- Disability rights
- Health insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- Transportation
Let your voice be heard: Tips for initiating change through action
Join the MS Action Network
The MS Action Network is the center for advocacy at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Help represent the interests of people with MS as important policy decisions are made in the public and private sectors at state and national levels. Sign up today!
Your Legislators Want to Hear From You!
Your legislators represent you and others in your district, but they cannot do so effectively if they do not know what you want. There is power in your presence and in your voice. Find your district's legislator and contact information at the Washington State Legislature website.
Legislative Hotline. You don’t need to know a specific bill number to contact your legislators. Just tell them what concerns you. They not only welcome such calls, but they have hired staff to wait for your call. Your call is so important that just 10 or 15 calls made in support or opposition of a bill is considered a landslide of public opinion!
- The Legislative Hotline (during legislative session only)
1-800-562-6000
Weekday hours are 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday hours are 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Learn tips for making an impact with your Hotline calls
Washington's Legislative Process
How a Bill Becomes a Law. The Washington State Legislature website contains an excellent overview of how a bill becomes a law in Washington.