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AAMC Statement on Duration of Status Final Rule

The AAMC issued a statement on the DHS final rule replacing the current Duration of Status policy with a fixed-term period of stay for learners and researchers.

  • July 17, 2026
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AAMC Submits Comment Letter to Office of Management and Budget

The AAMC submitted a comment letter to OMB opposing proposed changes to the Uniform Guidance that threaten patient health and U.S. research integrity.

  • July 10, 2026
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AAMC and AAMC-Member Institutions Celebrate Academic Medicine Week

Academic Medicine Week recognizes the unparalleled contributions of academic medicine to improving the health of patients and communities across the country. 

  • June 12, 2026
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OMB Proposed Rule to Revise the Uniform Guidance

Background and recommendations on the proposed rule to revise the Uniform Guidance, a set of regulations that govern federal financial assistance awards.

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DHS Finalizes Expanded Public Charge Definition Used in Immigration Applications

A new DHS policy allows immigration officers to consider the receipt of benefits like Medicaid as a negative factor when reviewing immigration applications.

  • July 17, 2026
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The CMS Releases CY27 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule

The CMS released the CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Quality Payment Program proposed rule on July 14.

  • July 17, 2026
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Education and Workforce Committee Holds Hearing on Conduct at Medical Schools

The House Education and Workforce Committee held an oversight hearing focused on campuswide diversity and antisemitism investigations at three medical schools.

  • July 17, 2026
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DHS Finalizes Rule to Replace Duration of Status for F, J, and I Visa Holders

The DHS finalized a rule to replace duration of status for F, J, and I visa holders with a fixed term not to exceed four years.

  • July 17, 2026
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AAMC Statement on Duration of Status Final Rule

The AAMC issued a statement on the DHS final rule replacing the current Duration of Status policy with a fixed-term period of stay for learners and researchers.

  • July 17, 2026
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