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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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Washington Highlights

On Dec. 16, President Biden signed a CR through Dec. 23, while Congress completes FY 23 spending bills.

  • Dec. 16, 2022
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On Dec. 13, SAMHSA issued a proposed rule that expands access to opioid use disorder treatments provided by opioid treatment programs (OTPs).

  • Dec. 16, 2022
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The NIH Advisory Committee to the Director met on Dec. 8-9 to discuss ARPA-H, proposed changes to peer review criteria, and other key items.

  • Dec. 16, 2022
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Press Release

The AAMC released its annual applicant and enrollment data for the 2022-23 academic year.

  • Dec. 13, 2022
Washington Highlights

MedPAC’s December meeting covered, in part, inpatient, outpatient, and physician payment adequacy and updates.

  • Dec. 9, 2022
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Washington Highlights

The AAMC joined over 100 other provider groups in a Dec. 5 letter to Congress urging action on pending Medicare cuts.

  • Dec. 9, 2022
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Washington Highlights

The AAMC and over 90 HPNEC members in a Dec. 6 letter urged congressional leadership to provide increased funding for HRSA Title VII and VIII programs.

  • Dec. 9, 2022
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Washington Highlights

On Dec. 2, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra issued a 60-day notice signaling the end of the Mpox PHE in January.

  • Dec. 9, 2022
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Washington Highlights

The AAMC led nearly 90 organizations in a Dec. 9 letter to Congress urging passage of the VIPER Act before the end of the 117th Congress.

  • Dec. 9, 2022
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The AAMC Center for Health Justice on Dec. 2 responded to an HHS request for information on the Healthy People 2030 new proposed objective on voting.

  • Dec. 9, 2022
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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 – 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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