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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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Biomedical Research
Tracking NIH Funding

Explore NIH grant funding data, including funding trends, funding by IC, new and competing awards, and multiyear funding, updated throughout the fiscal year.

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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 and ELFI Announce New Collaboration to Support Medical Student Borrowers

AAMC, ELFI announce new collaboration to support medical students with a competitive private loan option

  • May 12, 2026
Testimony & Correspondence
AAMC Comments on the NIH-Wide Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2031

The AAMC submitted comments to the Office of the Director on a framework for the NIH-wide strategic plan for fiscal years 2027-2031.

  • May 12, 2026
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Washington Highlights
MACPAC Votes on Final Recommendations, Reviews Work Requirements and Automation

MACPAC met on May 7 to vote on recommendations for their June report to Congress.

  • May 8, 2026
Washington Highlights
RSA Releases Rural Residency Planning and Development Grant Opportunity

The Health Resources and Services Administration released grant funding opportunities for new rural residency programs.

  • May 8, 2026
Washington Highlights
Senate HELP Chair Discusses Health Care Affordability and Access in Field Hearings

Senate HELP Committee Chair Bill Cassidy discussed health care affordability and access challenges in field hearings held in his home state of Louisiana.

  • May 8, 2026
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