Vermont Lobby Day and Legislative Breakfast 2025: Advocates emphasizing life-saving legislation with a youth who was just saved!
Posted OnJune 12, 2025 byThe American Heart Association held its Lobby Day and Legislative Breakfast at the Vermont Statehouse in Montpelier, VT on February 7th – Wear Red Day. The event brought together nearly fifty passionate advocates, legislators, and key partners, including the Vermont Association of Athletic Trainers, SHAPE-VT, the Miss Vermont Scholarship Organization, the Vermont State School Nurses Association, the VT Coyotes semi-pro basketball team, and the University of Vermont Medical Center. The focus of the day was securing: 1) sponsors for legislation requiring Vermont schools and athletic events to have cardiac emergency response plans and 2) targeted appropriations to improve emergency preparedness.Read More…
The Montana Legislative Session is Complete
Posted OnJune 12, 2025 byThe legislature adjourned on April 30. While Montanans went into the session expecting Medicaid expansion to be the main issue, the 69th legislature was anything but expected. With unlikely political alliances, the sudden departure of key legislators, and a record number of bills, many characterized the session as chaotic. For the American Heart Association, the…Read More…
The 2025 Legislative Session is Complete
Posted OnJune 12, 2025 byThe 2025 Legislative Session for the state of Hawaiʻi concluded on May 2. During session, a total of 3,172 bills were introduced, with 294 successfully passing through both chambers. The Legislature was heavily focused on recovery from the Maui wildfires, addressing critical issues such as insurance stabilization, the viability of Hawaii’s sole electric utility, and…Read More…
Trained to Act, Ready to Save: Honoring a Life-Saving Moment in Baton Rouge
Posted OnJune 11, 2025 byRecently at the Louisiana State Capitol, we proudly recognized three extraordinary individuals whose quick thinking and courage saved a man’s life during a cardiac emergency at the Bocage Racquet Club in Baton Rouge.Read More…
Meet the New Kentucky Government Relations Director, Jon Dye!
Posted OnJune 10, 2025 byWe are excited to announce the American Heart Association’s new State Government Relations Director for Kentucky, Jon Dye! Jon is from Prestonsburg, KY and is a graduate of Morehead State University. He is an experienced public affairs professional with a strong background in grassroots advocacy, legislative outreach, and coalition-building. He joined the American Heart Association…Read More…
Final Countdown: Where Key Bills Stand in Louisiana’s 2025 Session
Posted OnJune 10, 2025 byAs Louisiana’s legislative session nears its close, here’s a look at the key bills we’re tracking that could impact the American Heart Association’s mission.Read More…
2025 WA Legislative Session Wraps-up
Posted OnJune 3, 2025 byThe Washington State Legislature adjourned on April 27th, concluding a session marked with the passage of several tax bills and a new state budget that depends on those revenues. Governor Bob Ferguson signed the state budget and related funding bills on May 20th, issuing only a few limited partial vetoes. Here’s a look at some of…Read More…
Good News for Keiki in Hawai’i
Posted OnJune 1, 2025 byWe have good news to share. Legislation to help address childhood hunger in our state was recently signed by Governor Green and will go into effect this fall! The bill, SB 1300, expands access to free school meals for students, helping keep our keiki fed for success. This bill will: Provide students who qualify for…Read More…
Two Big Wins for Health in IL!
Posted OnMay 30, 2025 byWe’re excited to share some fantastic news from Springfield — the Illinois Legislature has officially passed two critical pieces of legislation that will positively impact countless lives across our state! Telecommunicator CPR (T-CPR) – SB 1295 This bill ensures that 9-1-1 telecommunicators are trained to provide CPR instructions over the phone, empowering bystanders to act…Read More…
Stroke Awareness Week Becomes Law in Ohio!
Posted OnMay 28, 2025 byThis week Governor Mike DeWine signed into law Senate Bill 20, officially designating the first week of May as Stroke Awareness Week in Ohio. We thank the Governor for his support in saving lives in Ohio by empowering communities to recognize stroke symptoms early. Stroke survivor and American Heart Association Heart Powered advocate, Dawn Turnage,…Read More…