Advocacy Central

AAPA works to advance the profession and promote quality, accessibility and cost-effectiveness in patient-centered healthcare. Our advocacy engagement includes initiatives related to the federal, state and grassroots levels.

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Resources

Issue Briefs

AAPA issue briefs cover a wide range of topics that are important to PAs and PA practice.

Advocacy Action Center

Communicate with legislators on PA priority issues.

Advocacy Action Center

Advocacy Contacts

Contact AAPA staff in the Advocacy and Government Relations department.

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PA State Practice Map

Overview of the PA practice environment across the country.

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Store Books

Purchase the definitive guides to PA state laws and reimbursement.

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Advocacy News

Oklahoma Enacts Legislation Significantly Modernizing PA Practice

In a reminder to PA advocates in every state, the Oklahoma Academy of Physician Associates (OAPA) proved a familiar saying this week: It’s not over ‘til it’s over.

PA Licensure Compact Update: Iowa Governor Signs HF 300

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed HF 300 into law on May 27, making Iowa the 17th state to join the PA Licensure Compact. Leaders from the Iowa Physician Assistant Society (IPAS) attended the signing ceremony for the bill, which passed unanimously in both the Iowa House and the Senate.

Advocacy in Action: Fighting for Medicare

The Advocacy Division is eager to connect with as many members, CO leaders, and delegates as we possibly can to exchange information that will shape our collective advocacy efforts for the remainder of 2025 and beyond.

PA Licensure Compact Update: Kansas Joins PA Compact with Passage of HB 2069

Kansas has officially joined the growing ranks of states participating in the PA Licensure Compact, following the passage of HB 2609. With this milestone, Kansas becomes the 16th state to enter the compact, marking a significant advancement in improving access to care and expanding licensure mobility for PAs.

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