Coalition Statement on Senate Passage of H.R. 1

Today, the Lupus Foundation of America and a coalition of leading national patient advocacy organizations issued a statement on the impact of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that was passed by the United States Senate. The bill significantly cuts Medicaid funding and undermines health coverage for people with lupus across the country and millions of others who rely on the program for their health care. 

It is imperative that members of Congress understand that Medicaid is a lifeline for many of their constituents living with lupus. The program must be strengthened, not cut, and we will continue our advocacy to ensure people with lupus have access to the health care they need as they fight this disease.

Visit our Advocacy News Center to learn more about how the Lupus Foundation of America is urging Congressional leaders and the Administration to protect access to care, research, and resources for people with lupus. Download a PDF of today's statement here.

With access to care and lupus research funding at risk, the Lupus Foundation of America's advocacy efforts have never been more urgent - or more relentless. 

Our team is leading efforts - at the table, in meetings, and on the front lines every single day - to protect lupus research, programs, and access to care. And we’re not backing down.

Let’s keep the momentum going - your voice and support matter now more than ever.