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Advocate to Secure Funding for the East Jerusalem Hospital Network

Ensure inclusion of funds for the East Jeruslaem Hospital Network in the FY27 budget. [Posted: 6/11/2026]

Urge Congress to Lift Trade Restrictions with Cuba

Legislation will help ease the economic crisis in Cuba. [Posted: 6/16/2026]

Speak Out to Defend Refuge

Tens of thousands of people fleeing persecution remain in limbo - speak out for protection and welcome. [Posted: 6/11/2026]

Take Action as Senate Considers Farm Bill Next

The Farm Bill is now being considered in the Senate, and sharing your experiences and values can help shape a result that meets rural and nutritional needs. [Posted: 5/27/2026]

Support Essential Hunger and Agriculture Funding

Proposed budget cuts could turn many families and children away from hunger programs. [Posted: 5/12/2026]

God’s Creation Needs Your Voice!
Congress is considering legislation that will considerably weaken the Endangered Species Act. [Posted: 4/22/2026]

Urge Congress to Pass Strong Housing Legislation
After a year of negotiations, the Senate and House have passed separate major housing bills that now must be conferenced to advance cohesive legislation. Take action. [Posted: 3/20/2026]

Act now to protect Dreamers
Ask Congress to support a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. [Posted: 3/10/26]

Support the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding Schools Act

With the reintroduction of the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding Schools Act in both the House and Senate, now is the time to remind Congress of its responsibility to survivors of the Indian boarding school era. [Posted 2/19/2026]

Express Opposition to Threat of New Yatziv Settlement to Christians in Palestine

Escalating settler violence and illegal settlement threaten our Lutheran partners and neighbors in Beit Sahour, near Bethlehem in the West Bank. [Posted: 2/6/2026]

Reject Voting Barriers and Oppose the SAVE Act | SAVE America Act

Ahead of a contentious midterm election, Congress is considering legislation that would raise barriers to voting. Take action. [Posted: 2/5/2026; Updated: 3/18/2026]

Tell Congress to welcome people seeking safety

International Migrants Day (Dec. 18) highlights the contributions and rights of migrants, making this an important time to ask Congress to restore asylum for those seeking safety. [Posted 12/18/2025]

Support Federal Emergency Management Agency Reform

Join Lutheran Disaster Response leaders in asking for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reform through the FEMA Act of 2025. [Posted: 10/30/2025]

Aid to Gaza Must Be Accessible and Safe

The U.S. - Israeli distribution mechanism for aid in Gaza is further imperiling lives. [Posted: 7/11/2025]

Gaza's Children Need a Permanent Ceasefire

On Mar. 18, the Gaza Health Ministry reported more than 400 casualties – of which more than 130 were children- due to heavy Israeli government airstrikes that unilaterally ended the agreed-upon ceasefire deal made in January of this year. [Posted: 3/27/2025]

Urge U.S. Resumption of UNRWA Funding

UNRWA is needed for critical, life-saving care and resources. [Posted: 12/18/2024]