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New Hampshire Becomes 28th State to Join PA Licensure Compact, Completing the Trifecta of AAPA’s PA Policy Modernizations

On July 15, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed HB 1772 into law, entering New Hampshire into the PA Licensure Compact as the 28th state.

July 17, 2026

Missouri Becomes 27th State to Join the PA Licensure Compact

Missouri has officially joined the PA Licensure Compact, opening the door to multistate practice for the state’s more than 1,850 PAs!

July 16, 2026

Three Landmark Bills to Modernize PA Practice and Expand Access to Care Become Law in Alaska

In less than a week, Alaska took several significant steps forward in modernizing PA practice in the state through passage of SB 89, HB 110, and HB 195, marking an exciting moment for the PA profession and for Alaska’s patients.

June 24, 2026

Half the Country Now Part of PA Licensure Compact as Rhode Island Becomes 25th Member

The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) celebrates Rhode Island becoming the 25th member of the PA Licensure Compact, following Governor Dan McKee’s signing of HB 7127.

June 15, 2026

Legislation Signed by Delaware Governor Meyer Will Optimize PA Workforce, Expand Patient Access to Care

The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) applauds Governor Matt Meyer for signing HB 325 into law and establishing an optimal practice environment for the state’s growing physician assistant/associate (PA) workforce.

May 12, 2026

Legislation Signed by Virginia Governor Spanberger Will Modernize PA Practice Law, Expand Patient Access to Care

The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) applauds Governor Abigail Spanberger for signing HB 746 into law and establishing an optimal practice environment for the state’s more than 5,150 physician associates (PAs).

April 10, 2026

Arizona Becomes 22nd Compact State in Second RHTP-driven Win for PAs

Arizona has officially become the 22nd state to enact legislation joining the PA Licensure Compact and fulfilling a promise the state made in its application for Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) funds.

February 24, 2026

Physicians, Nurses, and Healthcare Leaders Rally Behind Legislation to Improve Maine’s PA Practice Environment

This week, physician associates (PAs), physicians, nurses, and healthcare leaders across Maine provided compelling testimony in support of LD 2088, landmark legislation that would modernize the state’s PA practice environment by removing the requirement for a formal practice agreement with a physician.

February 6, 2026

North Dakota Enacts PA Compact in First Rural Health Transformation Program Inspired Win of 2026

North Dakota has joined the growing list of states enacting the Physician Assistant Licensure Compact.

February 4, 2026

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