July 27, 2006

The Heart Rhythm Society participated in a meeting of the Coalition for Genetic Fairness which featured presenters Congresswoman Judy Biggert (IL-13), lead sponsor of the GINA Act, and filmmaker Joanna Rudnick, whose upcoming documentary film, In the Family, chronicles her struggle with the BRCA gene and fear of genetic discrimination.

Rep. Biggert was thrilled to report that due to successful grassroots action by organizations such as the Heart Rhythm Society, the number of bill co-sponsors increased to 220, two more than the 218 needed to pass the bill. Rep. Biggert hopes to continue raising bi-partisan support in order to gather the 2/3 support needed to pass the bill under suspension. Please respond to any future action alerts from the Heart Rhythm Society, asking you to contact your representative.

View further information regarding the briefing and bill.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Nevena Minor, Coordinator, Health Policy at nminor@HRSonline.org.