Archive | November, 2009

Veteran’s Health Omnibus Bill News From Congress

20. November 2009

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On Thursday, November 19, 2009, The Senate voted to pass a package of veteran’s bills (S1963) that included both S. 801 and S. 252, both important Veteran’s health care measures supported by BIAA. The bill would expand services in rural areas and ensure that veterans who are catastrophically disabled or who need emergency care in the [...]

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Health Care Reform Update for November 20, 2009

20. November 2009

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This week, The Senate released and began debate on their Health Care Reform leadership measure. As many of you may know, originally, rehabilitation was not included in the Senate Finance bill as a minimum benefit. Due to the lobbying efforts of BIAA, largely supported and funded by our Business and Professional Council, we [...]

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Grasshopr: The Brain Injury Association of America

20. November 2009

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The Brain Injury Association of America is taking our grassroots advocacy online with a new tool called Grasshopr.  Grasshopr is a web site that empowers organizations and individuals with the tools to engage with their elected officials and have an impact on public policy at all levels of government. Within the next few days, you will [...]

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Health Care Reform Update

18. November 2009

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On November 7, 2009, the House of Representatives approved their health care reform overhaul package by a vote of 220-215. The bill includes the provisions below: (provided by Congressional Quarterly, CQ Today) Coverage Requirements

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BIAA supports S. 801, The Caregiver and Veterans Health Services Act of 2009

2. November 2009

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BIAA and our friends at the Wounded Warrior Project are currently working towards enactment of legislation establishing a national program to provide training and critically-needed supports to family caregivers of veterans living with traumatic brain injuries and other severe wounds.

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BIAA participates in Sports and Concussion hearing on Capitol Hill

2. November 2009

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On Wednesday, October 28, 2009, the House Judiciary Committee held a hearing on legal issues relating to brain injuries sustained while playing football. Testimony was given from the National Football League, Commissioner Roger Goodell, and retired players, Tiki Barber and Merril Hoge, as well as Congressional Brain Injury Task Force Chairman, Congressman Bill Pascrell, [...]

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Health Care Reform Update

2. November 2009

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On Wednesday, October 28, 2009, House Democrats introduced their consensus health bill, HR 3962, at a rally on the Capitol’s West Front. According to House Majority Leader, Steny Hoyer, the bill could be considered on the House floor as early as November 5,2009

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