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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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AAMC Statement on Announcement That Francis Collins Will Step Down as NIH Director

NIH Director Francis Collins, MD, PhD, announced on Oct. 5 that he will step down from his role by the end of 2021.

Oct. 5, 2021

National Health Institute Director Francis S. Collins testifies at a Senate Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Subcommittee hearing on manufacturing a Coronavirus vaccine on Capitol Hill on July 2, 2020 in Washington, DC.

Washington Highlights

Surprise Billing Interim Final Rule Part II Regulations Issued

On Sept. 30, several federal agencies released an interim final rule that implements portions of the No Surprises Act.

Oct. 1, 2021

Washington Highlights

Democratic Leaders Seek Path Forward on Infrastructure and Reconciliation Packages

The House worked on two legislative packages that include the president’s proposals to invest in the nation’s infrastructure during the week of Sept. 25.

Oct. 1, 2021

Washington Highlights

President Biden Signs CR Avoiding Government Shutdown Through Dec. 3

The president signed a continuing resolution on Sept. 30 to fund the government through Dec. 3.

Oct. 1, 2021

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AAMC Submits Comments to the Dept. of Education Regarding Loan Forgiveness

On Sept. 23, the AAMC submitted comments to the Department of Education on the importance of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and how to improve it.