National Asthma Public Policy Agenda

The American Lung Association has worked with a number of asthma experts and organizations to identify policy changes that could really make a difference in the fight against asthma. Included are recommended strategies in these 6 key areas:

• Healthcare
• Homes
• Outdoor Air
• Public Health Infrastructure
• Schools
• Workplaces

Click here to download a copy of the complete National Asthma Public Policy Agenda.

Federal

The federal government funds much of the public health work and research about asthma in the nation. Federal policies make a difference in the asthma triggers in the air.  Find out how the American Lung Association advocates for people with asthma at the federal level. » Learn more

State and Community

States and local policy-makers play critical roles in the fight against asthma. Some have programs to help people with asthma better manage their disease. Others work to reduce the triggers that worsen the disease. » Learn more

Asthma: Take Action

Become an advocate for policies that will help asthma breathe easier in the future. » Learn more