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Advocacy & Policy

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) works with policymakers and other leaders to advance policy priorities that strengthen the nation’s health and well-being.

Through policies that affect health care delivery, research, education, health equity, and more, the federal government is a key partner in sustaining the vitality of the nation’s academic medicine ecosystem, which is essential to improving the health of all. Learn more about the AAMC’s priorities for the 118th Congress.

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Statement on Improving Health Through DEI

The AAMC and other health care and medical associations made a statement in support of DEI policies in health care, to help improve our nation’s health.

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AAMC Policy and Priorities

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Research

AAMC-member institutions endeavor to prepare a diverse medical research workforce and champion an environment where medical discovery can flourish. This strong commitment is key to innovation that benefits patients.

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Clinical Care

AAMC-member teaching hospitals and faculty physicians cultivate and provide high-quality health care, especially for complex and vulnerable patients -- many of whom are unable to receive care elsewhere.

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Investing in Healthier Communities

Academic medical centers serve at the crossroads of community health, health equity, and population health and are actively working to prevent and address persistent public health challenges.

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Workforce

AAMC-member medical schools and teaching hospitals play a crucial role in preparing future physicians who help create a healthier future for all with innovative graduate medical education.

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Washington Highlights

Washington Highlights is a weekly newsletter that provides updates on the latest legislative and regulatory activities affecting academic medicine.

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Testimony & Correspondence

The AAMC submitted comments to the NIH Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare on a proposed update to Guidance on Prompt Reporting of Noncompliance.

  • May 5, 2023
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Testimony & Correspondence

The AAMC and other hospital associations filed an amicus brief supporting the federal government’s motion for a partial stay to protect access to preventive ser

  • May 4, 2023
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Testimony & Correspondence

The AAMC commented on a legislative package designed to reduce health care spending through additional transparency and accountability measures.

  • May 3, 2023
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Testimony & Correspondence

The AAMC endorsed the “Supporting Safety Net Hospitals Act,” which would address pending cuts to the Medicaid disproportionate share hospital program.

  • May 1, 2023
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Washington Highlights

On April 27, the AAMC, NMA, and Caucus on the Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys hosted a congressional briefing on Black Men in Medicine.

  • April 28, 2023
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Washington Highlights

VA Secretary Denis McDonough testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee on April 26 regarding the FY 2024 budget request.

  • April 28, 2023
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Washington Highlights

On April 26, the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee examined legislation to bolster competition and transparency in the health care sector.

  • April 28, 2023
Washington Highlights

On April 21, the AAMC responded to Rep. Miller-Meeks’ RFI seeking feedback on how to improve and reform the CDC.

  • April 28, 2023
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Washington Highlights

The House Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee held an April 26 hearing on nonprofit hospitals’ tax-exempt status and community benefit spending.

  • April 28, 2023
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Washington Highlights

HRSA Administrator Carole Johnson testified at an April 26 House Labor-HHS-Education subcommittee hearing on the Provider Relief Fund and HRSA programs.

  • April 28, 2023
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AAMC Champion of Academic Medicine Award

This award recognizes members of Congress and staff for extraordinary leadership in support of the academic medicine community.

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Advocacy Coalitions

The Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research supports enhancing the federal investment in the biomedical, behavioral, and population-based research conducted and supported by the NIH.

The GME Advocacy Coalition (GMEAC) is a group of organizations dedicated to the expansion and preservation of Medicare-supported graduate medical education.

The HPNEC advocates for continued support for the health professions and nursing workforce development programs critical to providing continued services to underserved and minority communities.

The FOVA is a diverse coalition representing national academic, medical, and scientific societies; voluntary health and patient advocacy groups; and veteran-focused associations.

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AAMC Action

AAMC Action – Let’s Raise Our Voices Together

We are 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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