It's great news to hear from Virginia Simmons of the ONE Campaign that efforts by ONE members to seek support for continued funding for the fight against AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis proved fruitful.
Last night, a bill was filed asking for a $1.3 billion increase in AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis funding for 2007 - a full $300 million more than the $1 billion increase ONE members urged for over the last two months. If the bill passes, AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis funding would be $4.5 billion in 2007.
Of course, other organizations have done the same and credit should be given to them too for their efforts. I know for one that World Vision International has initiated similar moves for the same cause.
However, as they say, this is not a done deal yet until the bill is passed. Today, the House will vote on this and by February 5, the Senate will make their vote. We should all remain steadfast and continue to monitor developments.
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1 comment:
That is great news! :) Thanks Lylin
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