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Health Advocates,

As we await a House vote on the Build Back Better package, we are right here with you as we continue to keep pressure on Members to pass the bill, keep it intact through the Senate, and send it to President Biden's desk to be signed into law as quickly as possible. Keep it up and please reach out if there is anything you need! Please find resources to support your advocacy below.



** Resources for Your Build Back Better Advocacy
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* An Updated Summary of Health Provisions in Build Back Better ([link removed])
* TPs for Engaging House Members ([link removed])
* Sample Social Media ([link removed])
* Build Back Better Updated Messaging Guidance ([link removed])
* ICYMI: Families USA’s statement on the drug pricing contours of the bill ([link removed])




** Other Resources for Your Advocacy
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* Report: Bright Spots: Highlighting Successful State Policies to Improve Maternal and Child Health Outcomes ([link removed])
* Issue Brief: 2021: A Year Of Progress For State Medicaid Oral Health Coverage And Opportunities For Bigger, Bolder Federal Investment ([link removed])
* Advocacy Guide: Prioritizing Equitable Access To COVID-19 Vaccines For Children: A Guide For State Advocates ([link removed])
* Issue Brief: Why Strong Health Care Policies In Reconciliation Are Necessary To Advancing Racial Equity ([link removed])
* Insights Column: Changing the World Around You - Getting to Know Health Advocacy with Frederick Isasi ([link removed])
* Opportunity from Grantmakers in Health: Nominations Open for the 2022 Andy Hyman Award for Advocacy: Grantmakers in Health recently opened nominations for the 2022 Andy Hyman Award for Advocacy ([link removed]) . Please find more information about the award here ([link removed]) . Nominations are due to GIH by December 3. If you have questions about the award or nomination process, please feel free to contact Ann McMillan at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .
* CMS releases the Opportunities to Increase Enrollment in Medicare Savings Programs Informational Bulletin: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published an Informational Bulletin describing ways for states to help eligible individuals enroll in the Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs), making health care more accessible and affordable. Learn more here ([link removed]) .


** Health Action Conference 2022
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Families USA’s Health Action Conference: Health Justice Now is fast approaching. Registration is open, so register before Dec. 31st for the early bird rate ([link removed]) !

Nominations are open to submit your pick for Health Justice Advocate of the year! We want to hear from you and honor the exceptional health champions within the community. Please submit your nominations here ([link removed]) .

We are excited to feature a diverse range of workshops at this year’s conference. Want to take a closer look at the experience? Check out our agenda ([link removed]) to see our valuable, detailed, and in-depth Policy, Advocacy, and Communications workshops.

We strongly believe in having a diversity of voice at our conference. If cost is a barrier to attending, consider applying for a scholarship ([link removed]) . More information here ([link removed]) .

Got any questions? Feel free to reach out to our team at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .

Please reach out to any of us at Families USA to connect on our shared advocacy efforts.

Have a great weekend,

Tiana Rodriguez
Strategic Partnerships Coordinator

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