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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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Ways and Means Democrats Release Framework to Achieve Health and Economic Equity

House Ways and Means Democrats release legislative priorities to achieve equity in health and the economy.

  • Jan. 15, 2021
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IRS Releases Final Rules on Executive Compensation Tax

The IRS implemented the excise tax on executive compensation at private nonprofit colleges and universities.

  • Jan. 15, 2021
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Sens. Murray and Baldwin Urge HHS to Protect the 340B Program

Sens. Patty Murray and Tammy Baldwin sent a letter to HHS urging the administration to oppose efforts to change how 340B discounts are implemented.

  • Jan. 15, 2021
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HHS General Counsel Confirms Community Pharmacies Are Entitled to 340B Drug Pricing

HHS General Counsel issued an advisory opinion stating that drug manufacturers must provide 340B discounts on covered drugs purchased at community pharmacies.

  • Jan. 13, 2021
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AAMC Joins Letter Urging Biden to Reverse Fetal Tissue Research Restrictions

The AAMC joined nearly 100 organizations in a letter urging President-elect Biden to rescind the fetal tissue research restrictions imposed in 2019.

  • Jan. 8, 2021
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President Signs FY 2021 Appropriations, COVID-19 Relief, GME Expansion Legislation

President Trump signed legislation on Dec. 27 containing FY 2021 appropriations, COVID-19 relief, expanded Medicare GME, and health extenders.

  • Dec. 29, 2020
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Congress Passes Historic GME Expansion

Congress passed a historic increase to the Medicare graduate medical education (GME) program on Dec. 21 — the first increase to the program in nearly 25 years.

  • Dec. 23, 2020
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AAMC Statement on the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021

The AAMC issued this statement following the passage of legislation (H.R. 133) that would fund the federal government through the end of fiscal year 2021.

  • Dec. 22, 2020
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AAMC Statement on Inclusion of Physician Training Support in Year-End Legislation

The AAMC issued a statement on the the inclusion of support for expanded Medicare GME positions in the

  • Dec. 21, 2020
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AAMC, Health Care Organizations Call for Action on Crisis Standards of Care

The AAMC and national health care organizations issued a statement calling for immediate action to implement crisis standards of care during the COVID-19 surge.

  • Dec. 18, 2020
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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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