Quarterly Advocacy Day Is September 26
In collaboration with partner organizations from the Defeat Malnutrition Today Coalition<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42618/26226065/54292/40/>, the Academy will host its first quarterly advocacy day September 26 in Washington, D.C. The event will include a Congressional briefing, Capitol Hill visits and an ANDPAC-hosted reception focused on malnutrition. This free event is open to all Academy members. Contact the Academy's Policy Initiatives and Advocacy Team<mailto:[log in to unmask]> for more information.
Learn More<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42618/26226065/54293/41/>


From EAT RIGHT WEEKLY
President-Elect Announces USDA Final Rules for Healthy School Environment
The Obama Administration has announced four final rules under the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act that will improve the health and nutrition of children. The Academy President-Elect, Donna Martin, helped announce the release of the rules, noting their positive impact on her school nutrition programs in Burke County, Ga. Learn More<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42618/26226065/54309/42/>

President Obama Signs Global Food Security Act
President Obama has signed S.1252, the Global Food Security Act of 2016<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42618/26226065/47170/43/>, the president's Feed the Future Initiative, which has been combating hunger and poverty. Learn More<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42618/26226065/54310/44/>

Leaders Focus on Obesity at Democratic Convention
Academy President Lucille Beseler and Pepin Tuma, senior director for government and regulatory affairs, went to the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia to meet with policy and entertainment industry leaders. The purpose of the briefing was to educate policymakers about obesity and to increase support for access to evidence-based care by advocating for the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (H.R. 2404). Learn More<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42727/26226065/48432/40/>

Academy Supports RDNs' Role in Providing Effective Veterans' Care
The Academy urged the Department of Veterans Affairs to ensure America's veterans seeking care through the agency's Veterans Choice Program<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42727/26226065/54437/41/> will have access to the most qualified nutrition professionals, the RDNs. Learn More<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42727/26226065/54474/42/>
NHANES Survey Provides Valuable Data, Can Be Improved
The Academy reiterated its support of observational dietary surveillance data, such as the NHANES Survey, to contribute to the body of evidence used in forming conclusions about the determinants of public health in two comments to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Academy encouraged NHANES to include dietary interviews and assessments at the time of follow up to ensure the best evidence is collected.
Learn More<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42727/26226065/48433/43/>
Access to RDNs and Nutrition Education Are Critical for Treating Sickle Cell Disease
Nutrition can play a significant role in the in the delay of sickle cell disease and the prevention of long-term complications. The Academy formally encouraged the Health Resources and Services Administration to conduct research into the connection and ensure patients with sickle cell disease have access to RDNs at Federally Qualified Health Centers and other facilities were they seek treatment.
Learn More<http://mailer.eatright.org/t/42727/26226065/54475/44/>

Click on the links below for updates from On the Pulse at eatrightpro.org<http://eatrightpro.org> for the latest Public Policy updates from the Academy

ANDPAC News and Updates<http://www.eatrightpro.org/resources/news-center/on-the-pulse-of-public-policy/andpac-news-and-updates>

From the Hill<http://www.eatrightpro.org/resources/news-center/on-the-pulse-of-public-policy/from-the-hill>

State Matters<http://www.eatrightpro.org/resources/news-center/on-the-pulse-of-public-policy/state-matters>

Regulatory Comments<http://www.eatrightpro.org/resources/news-center/on-the-pulse-of-public-policy/regulatory-comments>
Judy Klavens-Giunta,RDN
Policy and Advocacy Leader
Public Health Community Nutrition
Practice Group
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