Get Involved
Interested in learning more about MSDC's advocacy efforts, or getting more involved in advocating for your profession? Contact our office to learn more or complete the form below!
The Medical Society represents the physicians and patients of the District of Columbia in discussions with the Council of DC, the DC Departments of Health and Behavioral Health, the DC Boards of Medicine and Pharmacy, plus other members of the medical community.
The District has a different process for passing laws than the federal government. See "How a (DC) Bill Becomes a Law" for an overview of DC's policy-making process.
Keep track of upcoming advocacy events and hearing. Bookmark the MSDC calendar (found here) to see upcoming hearings and how you can testify. Or just contact MSDC/fill out the form below!
Keep track of MSDC legislation
Keep track of the bills moving through the Council that MSDC is tracking. View our online tracking sheet here (25th Council information coming soon)
Advocacy Curriculum Articles
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Advocacy Curriculum: How a Bill Becomes a Law
March 24, 2021
To help your issue become law, you need to understand the unique steps to the District lawmaking process.
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Who Are the Members of the District Council?
February 24, 2021
Learn who makes up the DC Council and how to best reach out to them on advocacy issues.
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How to Testify Before the District Council
January 28, 2021
MSDC EVP Robert Hay gives the basics of testifying before the Council in this special advocacy post.
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