ASN shapes federal policies, increases federal and institutional resources, and influences regulatory directives to help its members. https://www.asn-online.org/policy/ en-us Copyright 2026 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:48:21 GMT Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:48:21 GMT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss hnesbitt@asn-online.org (Hal Nesbitt) https://www.asn-online.org/images/_global/apple-touch-icon.png https://www.asn-online.org/policy/ https://www.asn-online.org/policy/webdocs/NIH_FY_2027_Budget_Statement_for_Research.pdf frontID=301 ASN joins more than 90 research and patient advocacy organizations to urge Congress to reject the administration's proposed 12% cut to NIH funding, oppose structural changes, and instead provide $51.3 billion in FY27 to sustain biomedical research and innovation. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:37:44 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/policy/webdocs/Sickle_Cell_Disease_Comprehensive_Care_Act_2026.pdf frontID=300 ASN urges Congress to pass the Sickle Cell Disease Comprehensive Care Act to improve access to Medicaid-supported care for individuals with sickle cell disease, addressing gaps in quality, and health outcomes. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:50:06 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/policy/webdocs/Congressional_Letter_HHS_OKHT.pdf frontID=299 In a letter to HHS and CMS leadership, Representatives Vern Buchanan and Lloyd Doggett urged HHS to establish a dedicated Officer of Kidney Health and Transplantation to better coordinate federal efforts, improve prevention and treatment of kidney diseases, and drive innovation in care delivery amid rising patient and cost burdens. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:14:12 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/policy/webdocs/26.3.30FinalASNOPOruleresponse.pdf frontID=298 In the letter, ASN expresses support for improving accountability, transparency, and organ utilization, while recommending refinements to definitions, performance measures, and system-wide incentives to increase access to transplantation. ASN also highlights the need for patient-centered decision-making, data security, and continued improvements in organ allocation and procurement practices. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:03:57 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/policy/webdocs/26.03.30DomesticSupplyChainLetterfinal.pdf frontID=297 In the letter, ASN expresses support CMS's efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing and supply chain resilience for critical medical products. ASN highlights that dialysis care relies on a fragile supply chain, where disruptions can threaten life-sustaining treatment for patients with kidney failure. ASN urges CMS to promote supply chain diversification and include dialysis supplies in the Strategic National Stockpile to ensure uninterrupted patient care Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:21:59 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/policy/webdocs/FY_2027_Ad_Hoc_Group_Recommendation_2.pdf frontID=291 ASN and members of the broader medical and scientific community urged Congress to provide $51.3 billion for NIH in FY27, an 8.7% increase from FY26 funding. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:02:39 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/about/press/releases/ASN_PR_20260318_SWWMFINAL3.18433PT_.pdf frontID=296 ASN Health Policy Scholar, Dr. Suzanne Watnick, MD, FASN, testified before the Health Subcommittee of the House Ways & Means Committee titled "Improving Kidney Health Through Better Prevention and Innovative Treatment." Dr. Watnick provided testimony and answered committee questions, which can be viewed here: https://waysandmeans.house.gov/event/health-subcommittee-hearing-on-improving-kidney-health-through-better-prevention-and-innovative-treatment/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:43:13 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/policy/webdocs/FOVA_FY27_SIGNON.pdf frontID=295 ASN called on Congress to provide at least $1.2 billion in discretionary funding for the VA Medical and Prosthetic Research Program, which will accelerate research in chronic diseases that disproportionately impact Veterans. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:27:11 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/about/press/releases/ASN_PR_20260310_hd2026finalcf321.pdf frontID=294 On March 10, ASN leaders met with members of Congress to advocate for kidney health research and living donors. ASN requested that Congress provide $1.8 billion for kidney health research across the federal government with an initial investment of $1 billion in FY27. ASN committee members additional advocated for the Expanding Support for Living Donors Act (ESLDA) which would help living donors overcome financial barriers to kidney donation. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:13:28 GMT https://www.asn-online.org/policy/webdocs/FY2027_Friends_of_NIAID_Appropriations_Letter.pdf frontID=293 ASN requested Congressional Appropriators provide $7.15 billion for the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and $51.3 billion for the National Institutes of Health. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:48:05 GMT