CNS Advocacy Day 2026 Wrap Up

A reminder of the impact neurologists can have when they speak with a unified voice

The California Neurology Society’s Advocacy Day on Monday, April 13th brought neurologists, trainees, and advocates together at the State Capitol to elevate the voice of neurology in statewide policy discussions. The day was grounded in collaboration and purpose, giving clinicians the opportunity to share firsthand perspectives on patient care, workforce challenges, access barriers, and the realities facing neurology practices across California. By meeting directly with legislators and staff, participants helped ensure that the needs of people living with neurological conditions were clearly understood by those shaping health policy.

"On Monday, April 20th, Senator Scott Wiener presented my first legislation, SCR 124, on the Senate floor. The resolution passed unanimously! For the California Neurology Society, which sponsored this resolution, this was a significant milestone. SCR 124 recognizes transportation access as a critical determinant of employment and independence for adults with epilepsy, a population that faces unemployment rates way higher than those without the condition, largely due to mandatory driving restrictions and unreliable public transit." - Selim Yilmaz, CNS Legislative Advocate.

We'd like to send a special thank you to all of our Advocacy Day attendants, our LEDGE committee participants, and our membership for helping to make this a reality.

To express your interest in participating in future advocacy days or to get involved with the CNS Legislative Committee, please contact us directly at LEDGE@caneurologysociety.org.​​​​​​​​

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