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AAMC Statement on the Omission of Legislation to Reauthorize the Title VII Health Professions and Title VIII Nursing…

AAMC is disappointed that the House Energy and Commerce Committee did not include legislation that would reauthorize certain HRSA programs.

  • Sept. 22, 2025
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New AAMC Report Highlights How Robust Funding for NIH Would Save Lives

The AAMC releases new report on NIH funding and the threat to America's dominance in scientific discovery.

  • Sept. 18, 2025
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AAMC Memo on Effects of 2025 Federal Government Shutdown

Information and resources on anticipated effects of the shutdown on federal agencies and programs of importance to AAMC member institutions.

  • Oct. 1, 2025
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Trump Administration Executive Actions

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

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Testimony & Correspondence
AAMC Joined Statement Opposing the Administration’s Compact

AAMC joined more than 30 higher education associations in sending a Statement in opposition to the Administration’s Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Ed

  • Oct. 17, 2025
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AAMC Submits Comments on Section 232 Investigation on Imports of Medical Goods

The AAMC submitted comments to the Department of Commerce, urging against imposing tariffs on imports of medical devices and supplies.

  • Oct. 17, 2025
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Washington Highlights
Senate Judiciary Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Patent Eligibility Reform

Senate Judiciary subcommittee holds Oct. 8 hearing on patent eligibility reform.

  • Oct. 9, 2025
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Higher Ed Groups Urge Full Allocation of FY25 Funding

Over 60 higher education organizations urged Congress to fully fund higher ed programs.

  • Oct. 3, 2025
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AAMC Joins Amicus Brief Opposing Ban on Gender-Affirming Medical Care

The AAMC joined more than 20 groups urging the Fourth Circuit to uphold an injunction against an executive order ban on gender-affirming care for adolescents.

  • Oct. 3, 2025
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