In April 2024, PPMD launched its pilot state-specific advocacy initiative with a Duchenne Advocacy Day in Illinois. PPMD Advocates in Illinois focused on championing key legislative measures, including SB 2658 (Sen. Julie Morrison), which seeks to implement newborn screening for Duchenne in Illinois.
SB 2658 has passed both Houses of the Illinois state legislature, officially adding Duchenne to the state’s newborn screening panel once signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker.
In April 2024, PPMD launched its pilot state-specific advocacy initiative with a Duchenne Advocacy Day in Illinois. PPMD Advocates ...
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