MDSC Advocacy Day

Today Izzie and I attended our first ever Down syndrome Advocacy day at the state house.

First, we were given a parking spot in the private parking lot which we were told had never been done by someone at this event before. 

Then we listened to a bunch of speakers including Mark Okerbloom from Fox 25 who emceed it. Then we took this picture. 

Then we had lunch.

At 1:00p we met with State Senator Michael O. Moore and Representative David Muradian.

We discussed 1. Higher education bill - support legislation to provide college access for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Go to college, take courses, participate in clubs and groups.
2. Ask governor Baker to support MDSC line item 5911-1003
Earmark funding $175,000 for MDSC.
3. Support Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and UMass Down syndrome clinic line items - $150,000 for UMass DS clinic via Senate budget 4510-3010.

After Mr. Muradian gave us a tour of the state house including letting us climb all over the house chamber:

And going out on the Governor's balcony:

Izzie and I also walked around as well. 

We were on tv as well.