The Farm Bill Can Impact Cardiovascular Health
Posted OnMarch 5, 2026 byThe U.S. House Committee on Agriculture has been discussing a farm bill over the past few days– and these conversations will be important for cardiovascular health. The farm bill is a comprehensive piece of legislation that addresses agriculture and nutrition policy in the United States. More than 80% of the funding in the farm bill…Read More…
Missouri 2026 Heart at the Capitol
Posted OnMarch 5, 2026 byOn February 25th, 2026, the American Heart Association united its passionate Heart Powered advocates at the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City for Missouri Heart at the Capitol, a day dedicated to raising voices for healthier lives and stronger communities. 60 advocates, along with both Project ADAM and the Missouri EMS Association, came together to…Read More…
Recap: International Stroke Conference
Posted OnMarch 5, 2026 byExciting New Research to Prevent, Manage and Recover from Stroke From February 4th to 6th, thousands of Stroke experts from more than 50 countries took part in the American Stroke Association’s Annual International Stroke Conference. Conference attendees were introduced to Heart Powered, and invited to join our efforts to strengthen stroke care and create healthier…Read More…
Kentucky 2026 Heart at the Capitol: Turning Passion into Policy
Posted OnMarch 5, 2026 byOn February 18th, 2026, the American Heart Association united its passionate Heart Powered advocates at the Kentucky State Capitol Annex in Frankfort for Kentucky Heart at the Capitol, a day dedicated to raising voices for healthier lives and stronger communities. 56 advocates, along with volunteers from the Kentucky Heart Disease & Stroke Prevention (KHDSP) Task…Read More…
Greater Washington Update
Posted OnMarch 4, 2026 byLocal leaders recognize Heart Month DC Mayor Muriel Bowser formally recognized February 2026 as American Heart Month through a proclamation highlighting heart disease as the number one cause of death in the United States and in the district. Board member Erin Henderson Moore went on ABC 7 DC to talk about the importance of recognizing…Read More…
Under the Gold Dome
Posted OnMarch 4, 2026 byState and Local Updates This week has been incredibly busy at the WV Legislature as we approach Crossover Day on March 4, 2026. Bills addressing vaping and e-cigarettes are popping up left and right. Many are well intended but *just* miss the mark. We are meeting, calling, texting, and walking the Rotunda from Senate to…Read More…
Virginia Update from Capitol Square
Posted OnMarch 4, 2026 byLegislation We’re Tracking (so far) Healthy School Meals for All: Unfortunately, due to budgetary concerns, the School Breakfast for All bills (SB4 & HB96) are dead. @Emily Moore our Sr. Region Lead on HSMFA has been leading the charge to get budgetary solutions included in the budget. Here is her update! The Senate Budget included $17.58 million over the…Read More…
New York Excelsior Update
Posted OnMarch 4, 2026 byThere has been significant activity in Albany and New York City as our policy agendas for the year officially took shape and our advocates continued building strong relationships with decision-makers across New York. Governor Releases Executive Budget Governor Hochul released her Executive Budget, outlining priorities that include several important public health measures. Notably, the proposal…Read More…
Midwest Celebrates Heart Month
Posted OnMarch 3, 2026 byStates across the Midwest went all out celebrating Heart Month this February. Through hands-only CPR demonstrations, statewide ‘Go Red’ illumination events, and bold awareness campaigns, lawmakers helped elevate cardiovascular health as a policy priority and reinforced the urgent need for sustained legislative action to improve heart health across the region. Illinois On February 25th, the…Read More…
South Dakota Heart Powered Day at the Capitol
Posted OnMarch 2, 2026 byTurning Passion into Policy for Healthier Communities On February 11, 2026, the American Heart Association united its passionate Heart Powered advocates at the South Dakota State Capitol in Pierre for Heart at the Capitol Day, a day dedicated to raising voices for healthier lives and stronger communities. Twenty-four advocates, joined by the South Dakota Academy…Read More…