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NAMI Deeply Disappointed in House Passage of American Health Care Act (AHCA)
NAMI is deeply disappointed that the U.S. House passed the American Health Care Act (AHCA) today by a narrow 217-213 vote. The AHCA will result in an estimated 24 million Americans losing insurance coverage for mental health care at a time when our nation is currently facing a mental health crisis. -
A Dog Story: Negotiating with the Airlines
The DOT is considering whether to end or restrict emotional support animals on passenger planes. You can comment online now on this issue before new regulations are proposed. This is an opportunity for dogged advocacy.
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World Health Day Spotlights Depression
For the first time since 2001, World Health Day is bolstering our cause and mission by highlighting depression. Learn why this theme was chosen, and how you can help raise awareness. -
The Art of Recovery: How Medicaid Changed Crystal’s Life
Crystal says that without Medicaid, she probably wouldn't be alive. But now, she is a certified Peer Support Specialist, a NAMI advocate, a talented art therapy participant and a loving mother of her adopted six-year-old son. -
The Reps are Back in Town: Make Your Voice Heard
As a member of the mental health movement, local town hall meetings are where you can exercise your right as a citizen to speak with your representatives about the importance of quality, affordable mental health coverage. -
NAMI Announces Legislative Priorities for 2017
NAMI is pleased to announce its legislative priorities for 2017 as part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that policymakers maintain a focus and continue to address the needs of the mental health community. -
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Mental Health Reform is a Law
The work of thousands of NAMI advocates has paid off. Congress heard NAMI’s voice through hundreds of thousands of phone calls, emails and tweets, and they answered. Now, more Americans will have access to the mental health care they need. -
NAMI Celebrates Senate Passage of HR 34
NAMI applauds and celebrates the U.S. Senate’s passage of HR 34, the 21st Century Cures Act, legislation that sets a foundation for improving mental health care for millions of Americans. With the Senate’s passage, HR 34 now goes to President Obama’s desk for final signature into law. -
NAMI Applauds Passage of Landmark Mental Health Reforms
NAMI applauds a significant victory for the mental health community with the passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of HR 34, the 21st Century Cures Act. -
NAMI Survey Report: Too Many Gaps in Mental Health Insurance Coverage
A report by NAMI reveals new information about the gap between health insurance coverage of mental health and substance abuse conditions and that of other medical conditions.