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Cure CMD supports and advocates for legislation at all levels of government to empower those living with congenital muscular dystrophy.

We strive to:

  • Improve access and accommodations for all forms of travel, including air, train and public transit.

  • Increase access to PreK-12 and post-secondary education, including physical accessibility and access to educational supports.

  • Advance employment for those affected by CMD

    • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) reform).

    • End subminimum wage practices.

    • Provide incentives for businesses to hire people with disabilities.

  • Ensure timely approval of and access to medical care and equipment by public and private insurance.

  • Reinforce CMD research through National Institute of Health (NIH) funding.

  • Support programs and incentives that encourage the development of treatments for CMD and other rare diseases.

Pending U.S. Legislation

Get Involved: Resources & Opportunities

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