Advocacy
Advocacy plays a vital role in the public policy process, where numerous issues compete for attention at local, state, and national levels. To cut through the clutter, legislators depend on subject matter experts to inform their decisions. This makes it essential to understand how to effectively advocate for your cause and ensure your issue reaches legislators’ policy agendas. Advocacy can take various forms like:
- Meeting with a legislator
- Attending a town hall
- Sending an email to a legislative staffer
Anyone can engage in advocacy, regardless of experience or time constraints. Learn how to elevate your issue to the policy radar and make a meaningful impact in your community.
Find your senator
Visit the U.S. Senate website to easily find your state Senators.
Find your Representative
Visit the U.S. House of Representatives website to easily find your state Representatives by using your zip code.
Important Legislation
The following bills could help prevent medication misuse. Please consider contacting your local, state, or federal leadership and show your support!
H.R. 8570 Safe In-home Drug Disposal Initiative
Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC) introduced H.R. 8570, the SIDDI Act, to expand a successful Iowa program that subsidizes pharmacists in providing education and disposal solutions for opioid prescriptions. The Act aims to enhance national efforts in combating opioid addiction by promoting safe in-home drug disposal and medication safety education.
Get involved
Advocating for medication safety is a powerful way to save lives and prevent dangerous errors. Your involvement can help ensure that medications are used properly, minimizing risks and enhancing patient outcomes. By championing safe practices, you’ll play a crucial role in creating a healthier, more informed community and making a lasting impact on public health.
