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AAMC Statement on Supreme Court Decision on EMTALA

The AAMC is pleased with the Supreme Court decision allowing Idaho physicians to provide care in an emergency setting.

  • June 27, 2024

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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U.S. House Members Introduce Resolution Designating June 10-14 as Academic Medicine Week

Reps. Castor and Fitzpatrick introduce congressional resolution designating June 10-14 as Academic Medicine Week.

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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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Testimony & Correspondence
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AAMC, Higher Ed Community Endorse Dream Act of 2019
  • April 4, 2019
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Testimony & Correspondence
Letter signed by nearly 850 organizations, including AAMC, urging Members of Congress to reach an agreement to avert budget cuts imposed by the Budget Control Act of 2011 and urging an investment that is “balanced between nondefense and defense programs

Letter signed by nearly 850 organizations, including AAMC, urging Members of Congress to reach an agreement to avert budget cuts imposed by the Budget Control A

  • April 2, 2019
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Testimony & Correspondence
The AAMC April 2 endorsed the testimony of Anne Meehan, director of government and public affairs at the American Council on Education given to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee addressing campus sexual assault.

The AAMC April 2 endorsed the testimony of Anne Meehan, director of government and public affairs at the American Council on Education given to the Senate Healt

  • April 2, 2019
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Testimony & Correspondence
AAMC Submits Comments to VA on Sole Source Contracting Proposed Rule

The AAMC submitted comments to VA on proposed changes to sole source contracting and acquisition processes for academic affiliates.

  • April 2, 2019
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Letter signed by 550 organizations, including AAMC, urging House and Senate Appropriations Leaders to “significantly boost the fiscal year (FY) 2020 [302(b)] allocation” for the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Subcommittee.

Letter signed by 550 organizations, including AAMC, urging House and Senate Appropriations Leaders to “significantly boost the fiscal year (FY) 2020 [302(b)] al

  • April 1, 2019
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Amicus Brief in Texas v United States filed by AAMC and Other Hospital Associations in Support of the Affordable Care Act

Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and other hospital associations in support of the Affordable Care Act file Amicus brief in Texas v United States

  • April 1, 2019
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The AAMC March 28 signed on to the Coalition for National Science Funding letter urging Congress to enact a two-year bipartisan budget agreement to increase spending caps for discretionary programs.

The AAMC March 28 signed on to the Coalition for National Science Funding letter urging Congress to enact a two-year bipartisan budget agreement to increase spe

  • March 28, 2019
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AAMC Comments on Future Improvements to Hospital Star Ratings Methodology

The AAMC Mar. 28 submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service (CMS) regarding potential future enhancements to the Hospital Compare Overall

  • March 28, 2019
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The AAMC and other health care organizations sent a joint letter requesting the Office of National Coordinator and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services extend the comment period at a minimum for 30 days for the proposed federal rules regarding inter

The AAMC and other health care organizations sent a joint letter requesting the Office of National Coordinator and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services ex

  • March 27, 2019
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Comment Period Extension for ONC: 21st Century Cures Act: Interoperability, Information Blocking, and the ONC Health IT Certification Program

Association of American Colleges (AAMC) and other organizations submitted a request for a Comment Period Extension for ONC: 21st Century Cures Act: Interoperabi

  • March 27, 2019
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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

Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research

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.

GME Advocacy Coalition (GMEAC)

The GME Advocacy Coalition (GMEAC) is a group of organizations dedicated to the expansion and preservation of Medicare-supported graduate medical education.

Health Professions and Nursing Education Coalition (HPNEC)

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.

Friends of VA Medical Care and Health Research (FOVA)

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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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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