In my years caring for patients across Mississippi, I watched people delay critical care — not because they didn’t need it, but because they couldn’t afford it. That’s a reality too many hardworking Mississippians face today.Read More…

With just a month remaining in Louisiana’s legislative session—dedicated primarily to budget, tax, and financial matters—we’re making every moment count to advance heart health across the state.Read More…

On May 6, 2025, the American Heart Association proudly joined forces with passionate advocates and partner organizations at the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg for the annual Smart Heart Sports Advocacy Day. This important event brought together 40 dedicated individuals—survivors, families, healthcare professionals, and legislators—alongside partners including the NFL, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), The Spencer…Read More…

On April 22, 2025, the American Heart Association hosted its annual California Heart at the Capitol event at the State Capitol in Sacramento, bringing together 97 passionate advocates, including legislators, volunteers, and students from Galileo Academy of Science & Technology. The event focused on three critical policy priorities: expanding School Food Access and Quality, increasing…Read More…

The Indiana Legislature has wrapped up their work for this year! Thank you for using your voice to help make Indiana a healthier place. Here is an overview of all the important issues we worked on this year, and a sneak peek at what’s coming next. Tobacco Control HB 1001 – Budget Bill As you…Read More…

When high school senior Ansel Lantigua’s heart stopped during track practice, quick action and an AED saved his life. Thanks to Florida’s new HB 1607, every public school will now have an AED and trained staff ready to respond to cardiac emergencies—giving more students a fighting chance when every second counts.Read More…

On March 13, 2025, the American Heart Association (AHA) participated in the Go Red at the West Virginia Capitol event at the Capitol Building in Charleston, West Virginia. The event brought together one hundred and twenty passionate advocates, legislators, and key healthcare organizations, including the Marshall University Department of Cardiology Services, WV Junior College Medical…Read More…

On March 5th, 2025, the American Heart Association, in partnership with the For Our Kids Coalition and the Healthy School Meals for All Coalition, hosted Maryland Lobby Day 2025 at the Capitol Building in Annapolis. The event brought together over fifty passionate advocates, legislators, and coalition members to push for critical health policy changes. The…Read More…

We have good news. Legislation to help address childhood hunger in Utah passed and was signed by Governor Cox earlier this month! HB100, gets rid of the reduced-price category for school lunches, making school lunch free for qualifying students.  While the final language of HB100 is not everything we had hoped it is a good…Read More…