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ACT for ALS Reauthorization Urgent | Jackson News

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The ACT for ALS law, a bipartisan lifeline for those battling this devastating disease, faces a crucial reauthorization vote this September. Signed in 2021, it’s already delivered hope—providing access to experimental therapies, funding groundbreaking research, and building a national ALS research network. But with 6,000 new diagnoses each year and veterans twice as likely to be affected, the fight isn’t over. For families like Dora’s, who died just 76 days after diagnosis, this legislation is personal. Advocates are rallying to keep momentum alive—urging you to contact your representatives and senators to protect this vital bill that’s saving lives and pushing us closer to a cure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/da66c40c1a2b0cee

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