Until a cure is found, people living with MS and their families face many challenges. We must pursue legislative progress and improved government programs to better meet those needs. Join the movement for:
Change happens through MS activism.
The National MS Society and MS activists nationwide relentlessly advocate every day for federal polices and government programs to benefit the lives of people with MS and their families.
- Take action on hot issues
- Find out about current federal legislation
- Find out about government programs for people living with MS
- Stay up to date on MS issues. Read the MS activism blog.
In your state or community, MS activism is led by the Society’s 50-state chapter network.
Online and on the ground, thousands of grassroots MS activists are getting involved and taking action. Together, we share the responsibility of finding solutions to MS issues.
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Government News
Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy Talks About HealthCare
Oct 06, 2009
Mary Jo Kilroy talks about importance of health care reform.
The Society Remembers Senator Kennedy For His Support of People In Need
Aug 26, 2009
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is deeply saddened at the passing of Senator Edward “Ted” Kennedy (D-MA), a prominent leader in the United States Senate since 1962.
New Bill Submitted In The Senate To Reduce And Cap Soaring Out-Of-Pocket Drug Costs
Aug 07, 2009
Bill Provides Needed Provisions for Affordable Medicines with Potential
to Save People with MS Up to $6,600 on Their Disease Modifying Therapies
President Obama Marks the Anniversary of the ADA by Pledging to Sign the 1st International Treaty on Disability Rights
Jul 30, 2009
On July 24, President Obama marked the 19th anniversary of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act, which barred discrimination against people with disabilities, by announcing the intent of the United States to sign the International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).
National MS Society Supports the United We Serve Campaign
Jul 16, 2009
Visit www.serve.gov. Post an MS volunteer opportunity. Find an MS volunteer opportunity.
Carnahan Encourages People to Join the Movement to End MS NOW.
March 2, 2009
Congressman Russ Carnahan (MO-03), as founder and co-chair of the Congressional MS Caucus, encourages everyone to show their commitment to the multiple sclerosis (MS) movement with simple actions throughout MS Awareness Week (March 2 – 8). Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week was created by the Multiple Sclerosis Coalition to raise national awareness about the disease and to recognize those who have dedicated their time and talent to promoting MS research and programs.