Each year, ASTCT leaders and volunteers from across the country meet with their respective members of Congress to advocate for patient access to lifesaving transplant and cell therapy treatments and methods of care.

In 2025, ASTCT will return to Capitol Hill on September 9–10 for another impactful Hill Day. This is an important opportunity for members to engage directly with policymakers and help shape the future of our field.

The experience begins on September 9 with a comprehensive preparation session led by ASTCT’s Committee on Government Relations and our Director of Government Relations. This session will equip you with the latest policy insights and messaging guidance to effectively communicate with congressional offices.

On September 10, participants will meet with their home district’s congressional and senate offices to discuss key priorities for the transplant and cell therapy community. 

For 2025, we anticipate these conversations will focus on:

• Increased Funding for the NIH
  Supporting NIH funding is vital to advancing innovative and curative therapies for immunocompromised oncology patients.

• Accelerating Kids' Access to Care Act (H.R. 4758/S. 2372)
  This bill aims to remove barriers for pediatric Medicaid patients to access out-of-state care without delay.

• Alleviating Barriers to Caregivers Act (H.R. 8018/S. 3109)
  Aimed at reducing administrative burdens on family caregivers, this act would streamline eligibility and application processes across key federal programs.

Ready to Participate? Complete the Interest Survey

If you’re interested in participating in the 2025 Hill Day, please complete our interest survey. Our team will follow up with additional details and next steps. For any specific questions about the event or ASTCT’s advocacy efforts, you can also reach out to Alycia Maloney, Director of Government Relations, at amaloney@astct.org.

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