Texas v. U.S. Advocacy Toolkit

This Toolkit includes action steps, suggested social media posts, and a 30-second informational video regarding the ACA for preparation of the Texas v. U.S. case.

How to Take Action:

Step 1: Join the National Twitter Chat #ProtectOurCare on July 9 @ 11 AM

Suggested Social Media Post: “Before the ACA, millions of people faced barriers to coverage because of a pre-existing condition like diabetes or pregnancy. We must save the #ACA and #ProtectOurCare #AMHP”

Step 2: Attend or Listen to the Texas v. U.S. Oral Arguments on July 9

Date: July 9, 2019 | Time: 1:00 P.M.

Location: John Minor Wisdom U.S. Court of Appeals Building, 600 S Maestri Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130

Recording of Oral Arguments Available Here

Step 3: Call and Email your State Attorney General’s Office

• If they are fighting to repeal the ACA in court, ask them to drop out of the lawsuit and protect consumers in your state.
• If they are fighting to protect the ACA in court, thank them!
• If they are undecided, ask them to join the 20+ attorneys general currently fighting to protect the law.

Step 4: Participate in a Rally to Protect the ACA

Visit AMHP’s “Advocacy Events in Your Area” platform to be notified of healthcare advocacy events you can participate in for FREE!

Step 5: Share this Video with Friends & Family to Educate Them About the ACA

Step 6: Write an Op-Ed

Use this template to write an op ed to help defend the ACA against the Texas lawsuit.

If you would like to participate in any of these important action steps, please contact Lujain Al-Khawi, AMHP Health Policy & Advocacy Intern, at advocacy@amhp.us