Cut and paste the text below to ask your Senators for their support in co-sponsoring the FASD Respect Act. Please note – the text below is intended to be sent to Senators. If you are emailing your Representative, click here instead. This message will likely go to a Legislative Staffer, that’s ok, meeting with them is a good thing too.
I would like to connect with you briefly in a virtual meeting to discuss the impact of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) in [State Name] and how S.1800, the FASD Respect Act, can support individuals with FASD, their families, and the systems of care they rely on. Introduced by Senators Lisa Murkowski and Amy Klobuchar, the FASD Respect Act currently has 12 co-sponsors in the Senate, and its companion bill (HR.3946) has 54 co-sponsors. Language from the FASD Respect has been included in S.3393, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act, which passed through the HELP Committee.
FASD affects 1 in 20 school-aged children in the U.S., yet awareness and support systems are severely lacking. These children, and the adults they grow up to be, face lifelong challenges. Encouragingly, we know that the proper supports can lead to happier, healthier lives for those with an FASD and their families. The FASD Respect Act ensures that FASD-informed supports match its prevalence by providing essential services, promoting thoughtful prevention strategies, educating healthcare professionals, and increasing public awareness. This legislation is not just about helping those affected by FASD; it’s about investing in the health and future of our communities.
Please let me know if [Senator’s Name] or a member of the health staff can meet virtually to discuss the FASD Respect Act.