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AAMC Statement on the President’s Budget Request for FY 2027

AAMC reacts to the release of the President's budget for FY 2027.

  • April 3, 2026
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How Visa Policies Help Address Health Care Workforce Shortages and Advance Medical Breakthroughs

Two-page fact sheet detailing how J-1 and H-1B visa holders serve as an important complement within the health workforce, helping to fill gaps in the shortage.

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Helping Our Nation’s Veterans

The AAMC and its member organizations have an important partnership with the VA to ensure veterans receive the care they deserve.

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Trump Administration Executive Actions

A resource outlining Trump administration executive actions most likely to impact academic medicine.

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Promote Funding for Health and Scientific Research

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AAMC-convened Coalition Recommends Increased Funding for NIH

The AAMC-convened Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research recommended at least $51.3 billion for the National Institutes of Health in FY 2026.

  • April 11, 2025
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AAMC Responds to House Passage of Budget Resolution

On April 10, the House voted 216-214 to adopt the Senate-amended budget resolution, thereby unlocking the next step in the budget reconciliation process.

  • April 11, 2025
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AAMC Statement on the House Consideration of Senate-amended Budget Resolution

The AAMC released a statement on the House Consideration of the Senate-amended Budget Resolution.

  • April 9, 2025
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Testimony & Correspondence
Over 500 Members of the Ad Hoc Group Recommend $51.3 billion for NIH Funding in FY 2026

AAMC joins 515 other organizations in the Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research in support of robust NIH funding.

  • April 9, 2025
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Testimony & Correspondence
Group Letter Urging Support of at Least $11.581 Billion for CDC in FY26

AAMC joins over 218 organizations in the CDC Coalition in support of at least $11.581 billion for the CDC in FY 26.

  • April 9, 2025
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