The Sjögren's Syndrome Foundation Government Affairs Committee monitors health-related legislation, regulation, and other activities of federal and state agencies. It works with the Foundation's Board of Directors and staff to strategize and implement action to meet the goals and needs of the SSF and its members.

Staff Liaison: Katherine Morland Hammitt

Committee members for 2003-04:
Elaine Alexander, MD, PhD (Chair)
Linda Karr Charles, BSN, RN
Arthur Grayzel, MD, MACR
Stuart Kassan, MD, FACP
Betsy Latiff
Donald MacKeen, PhD
Joan Manny, RN
Susan McDermott, MD
Debra Vivari