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Rally with Disability Leaders at Roll on Capitol Hill!

United Spinal Association’s 13th annual signature policy and advocacy conference, Roll on Capitol Hill (ROCH), took place this June in Washington, DC. The sweeping four-day agenda offered high level engagement for our corporate allies to advocate alongside United Spinal members and stakeholders to champion vital issues that advance the advocacy, empowerment and independence of more than 5.5 million U.S wheelchairs users, and the larger disability community.

With over 100 wheelchair users in attendance, corporate partners were invited to be part of over 200 scheduled Capitol Hill meetings, attended welcome and congressional awards receptions, as well as priority meetings that speak to our shared agendas.

This annual event strengthens the voice of our community and ensures all people with disabilities are engaged in policies that impact their quality of life and independence.

2025 ROCH Issue Papers:
Medicaid
Wheelchair Repair
Accessible Transportation

VISIT OUR POLICY SPOTLIGHT PAGE

Why We Roll

  • To preserve and enhance disability rights
  • To make all transportation accessible (air, ground and sea)
  • To strengthen community supports and services
  • To improve public accessibility
  • To secure increased funding for Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems and advance better rehabilitation outcomes
  • To ensure accessible affordable internet and expanded telehealth access
  • To secure and improve veterans’ benefits and services
  • To secure appropriate medical equipment, supplies and pharmaceuticals
  • To obtain appropriate wheelchairs and assistive technologies

Together We Make a Difference

Maximize your reach and develop relationships through United Spinal’s nationwide network:

  • 60,000+ members
  • 2,000+ grassroots advocates
  • 45+ chapters
  • 100+ support groups
  • 115+ hospital partners

For sponsorship options and additional information contact:
Scott Lavery
scott.lavery@unitedspinal.org
(718) 803-3782 ext. 7203

“Even if I only improve the life of one individual it is worth it. Roll on Capitol Hill gives me my voice back.”
– Earl Powdrell, Texas

“Roll on Capitol Hill has given me the skills to go to any state and sit with an official, not only to share my perspectives, but build a solution through positive dialogue.”
Andrea Dalzell, New York

“I’ve met so many amazing individuals with spinal cord injuries and disorders from across the country, uniting to impact change and fight for disability rights. That’s what makes Roll on Capitol Hill so rewarding.”
Richard Bagby, Virginia

“Roll on Capitol Hill gave me an entirely different perspective on the political process. I developed new relationships and I share what I’ve learned with my local chapter to develop a stronger voice.”
Rick Hayden, California

View Our Advocates in Action

Quinn Brett

Shannon Minnick

Kenny Salvini

Elvis Segarra

Sponsors

Thank you to this year’s sponsors for supporting United Spinal’s advocacy efforts and policy priorities on advancing disability rights for all wheelchair users.


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