DSL Advocating in Washington, DC

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Down Syndrome of Louisville members, Lucas Fortwengler and Chris Payne are attending the 2023 NDSS Advocacy Conference on March 17-19 in Washington DC along with Board Vice-President, Danny Slaton, and Executive Director, Julie Torzewski.

They will be learning about all of the legislative priorities on the Down syndrome community on the hill and then advocating at the Capital as well.

Here are the National Down Syndrome Society’s legislative priorities. 

We will update you on our meetings with our representatives soon. We are currently scheduled to meet with:

  • Sen. Mitch McConnell
  • Sen. Rand Paul MDwashington DC
  • Rep. Morgan McGarvey

Are you or your member interested in doing more advocacy work? Sign Up and get trained with NDSS and/or NDSC. We are in NEED of more Kentucky & Indiana advocates!

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