What progress have you made since your last update?
The End Kidney Deaths Act (H.R. 9275) was first introduced in August of 2024. We had 18 cosponsors. The legislation was reintroduced in April of 2025. We have 30 cosponsors so far.
The Honor Our Living Donors Act (H.R. 628/ S.5504) has been reintroduced.
We hosted a Lobby Day in DC on 9/12/24. We will host another Lobby Day in DC on 10/22/25. If you can attend, email me at: Elaine@WaitlistZero.org
What are your next steps?
I have spoken with 530+ Congressional offices. We have until December of 2026 to get the legislation passed. Up to 100,000 lives and $37 in taxes will be saved in ten year. We must get this done.
Is there anything others could help you with?
If you want to help us advocate to end the shortage of transplantable kidneys that kills around 1000 Americans each month, go to EndKidneyDeaths.org and join our team. Please call your House Representatives and Senators about cosponsoring the legislation. Write to me for instructions.
Legislation that saves lives and money include lead pipe replacement, tobacco, and childhood vaccination programs. Please help get pass this much needed and overdue law. Thank You!