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AAPA has prepared an overview to ensure the PA community remains fully informed about the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) on PAs and their patients.
To close out the first half of the year, we're highlighting some of the Advocacy team's recent successes and engagements at the federal and state levels.
Maine became the second state to change the title of the PA profession to physician associate with LD 1166 becoming law. Oregon previously adopted the updated title in April 2024.
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.
In a letter sent to U.S. Senate and House of Representatives leaders, AAPA joined other leading healthcare and patient advocacy organizations to voice concerns about Medicaid proposals currently under Congressional review.
If you are a PA who has worked in the public sector, including eligible government agencies or nonprofit organizations, you may have explored or enrolled in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) and other member organizations representing the Patient Access to Responsible Care Alliance (PARCA) have sent a letter to Congress regarding potential cuts to Medicaid.