Government Relations Representatives (GRR)
The Government Relations Representatives (GRR) group advances nonpartisan advocacy for academic medicine by providing a forum for federal relations staff at medical schools, teaching hospitals, and health systems to consult with AAMC staff on evolving federal legislative and regulatory issues, initiatives, and strategies.
Spotlight
The AAMC released a statement on the House Consideration of the Senate-amended Budget Resolution.
- April 9, 2025
The AAMC issued a statement on the commencement of layoffs and reorganization at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
- April 2, 2025
A resource outlining recent Trump administration executive actions most likely to impact academic medicine.
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Resources
Press Releases and Statements
AAMC news and press statements on important advocacy and policy issues.
Testimony & Correspondence
Congressional testimony, letters to Capitol Hill and federal agencies, and comment letters on policy issues and federal regulations.
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Project Medical Education
Project Medical Education (PME) helps medical schools and teaching hospitals educate members of Congress and other stakeholders on the value of academic medicine.
Guide to the Government Relations Representatives group
GRR Listserv
The GRR listserv is used to update group members on relevant legislative and regulatory news, activities, and resources. It’s also used to promote upcoming meetings and events.
Only designated GRR members are eligible for subscription to the GRR listserv.
Membership
GRR members must be appointed by a medical school dean or teaching hospital/health system CEO. Your dean or CEO's office may communicate your appointment by email to gov-relations@aamc.org, or make group appointments online via My Engagement.
GRR Steering Committee
Group Charter
Official charter for members of the Government Relations Representatives group.
Paul Vick GRR Exemplary Service Award
Learn more about the AAMC Paul Vick Government Relations Representatives Exemplary Service Award.