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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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Protect Patients’ Access to Health Care

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Promote Funding for Health and Scientific Research

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Support the Training of Future Physicians and Researchers

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AAMC Action is a community of students, residents, researchers, faculty members, physicians, and others who advocate on behalf of academic medicine to improve the health of people everywhere.

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Senate Democrats Host Forum on NIH Cuts

On March 26, Senate Democrats hosted a forum on NIH cuts.

  • March 28, 2025
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Senate Finance Committee Advances CMS Administrator Nomination

The Senate Finance Committee on March 25 advanced the nomination of Mehmet Oz, MD, to be CMS administrator.

  • March 28, 2025
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Senate Confirms NIH and FDA Nominees

The Senate, on March 25, voted to confirm the nominees to lead the National Institutes of Health and the Food and Drug Administration.

  • March 28, 2025
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House Passes Bill Impacting Financial Contributions

On March 27, the House passed the DETERRENT Act with a bipartisan vote.

  • March 28, 2025
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AAMC Joins Letter of Support for Conrad 30 Reauthorization and Expansion

The AAMC joined March 26 letters of support for the Conrad State 30 and Physician Access Reauthorization Act.

  • March 28, 2025
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