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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1): What Every PA Needs to Know

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.

July 16, 2025

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Advocacy in Action: Mid-Year Wins and Highlights

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.

July 15, 2025

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Advocacy in Action: Tackling Tumultuous Times

From title change legislation to federal advocacy, it's been a busy month. Our advocacy efforts are working - let's keep it going!

June 18, 2025

Maine Becomes Second State to Secure Legislative Title Change

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. 

June 14, 2025

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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.

May 14, 2025

AAPA Voices Concerns About Medicaid Proposals in Coalition Letter to Congress

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. 

May 1, 2025

Struggling with Public Service Loan Forgiveness Disruptions? You’re Not Alone

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.

April 3, 2025

AAPA Signs Coalition Letter Voicing Concern over Possible Medicaid Cuts

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.

March 26, 2025

Advocacy in Action: Building on 2024 Successes

It’s a new year, and the progress made in 2024 is continuing in states across the country and on the federal level for many advocacy priorities.

January 15, 2025

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