On Monday, February 9th, 2026, TBF’s Co-Founder and Director of Policy & Research, Christine Kondra traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with several congressional offices to advocate for Ellie’s Law.
Ellie’s Law is a bi-partisan, bicameral bill focused on increasing federal funding for brain aneurysm research, treatment, and prevention, through the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) at the NIH. If passed, the bill would authorize $100 million over five years dedicated specifically to brain aneurysm research, a vital investment in early detection, better treatments, and ultimately, prevention.
In the 119th Congress, Ellie’s Law has already gained momentum, with 4 Senators and 42 Members of the House of Representatives signed as co-sponsors. But we need many more voices to move this bill across the finish line!
During her visit, Christine met with:
- Matthew Tucker (Rep. John Joyce, R-PA-13)
- Shana Beavin (House E&C Dems)
- Danielle Floyd, Legislative Assistant (Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-IL)
- Bella Borbonus (Rep. Diana DeGette, D-CO-01)
- Ana Bradic (Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-VA-11)
- Kellen Roy (Rep. George Whitesides, D-CA-27)
Each meeting represents another meaningful step toward the fight to prevent brain aneurysms and save lies. Advocacy does not end in Washington, though, it continues at home, with you.
TAKE ACTION TODAY
Ellie’s Law will only pass if lawmakers hear directly from their constituents. We urge you to call your legislators to ask them to co-sponsor Ellie’s Law. You can also use our letter template, to send letters to your legislators urging them to co-sponsor Ellie’s Law!
Visit congress.gov to learn more about the Bill in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
JOIN US: ADVOCACY DAY 2026
Join us in Washington D.C. for TBF’s Advocacy Day on June 23rd-24th! Stand alongside survivors, families, friends, researchers, and advocates as we meet directly with lawmakers to push Ellie’s Law forward
