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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

In Continued Momentum at the State Level, Kentucky Makes Critical Improvements to State’s PA Practice Environment

On April 10, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear signed SB 116 into law, a major healthcare bill that removes decades-old practice laws and strengthens Kentucky’s PA workforce and delivery of care.

April 14, 2026

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Advocacy in Action: Mid-Year Progress, Reflections, and So Much More yet to Come!

We have reached the midpoint of the legislative year and have numerous achievements to celebrate!

April 13, 2026

Iowa Marks Major Milestone with Passage of Title Change Legislation

Iowa has become the fourth state to officially adopt title change legislation following Governor Kim Reynolds’ signature of HB 2269 / SF 2190 on April 9.

April 13, 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

Kansas Moves from ‘Supervision’ to ‘Collaboration’ and Closer to an Optimal Practice Environment

Legislation signed into law by Kansas Governor Laura Kelly will enact three foundational modernizations to the state’s PA Practice Act, achieving significant improvements to the state’s practice environment.

April 6, 2026

Following Unanimous Legislative Support, Alabama Joins the PA Licensure Compact as the 24th State

Alabama lawmakers have taken steps to strengthen the state’s healthcare workforce and improve patient access to care by passing HB 156, paving the way for Alabama’s more than 1,400 PAs to participate in the PA Licensure Compact.

March 18, 2026

AAPA Urges HHS to Include PAs in Future Reimbursement Rules for Use of AI Technology

In early 2026, AAPA submitted comments to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the topics of Artificial Intelligence and Medicare Advantage.

March 16, 2026

South Dakota Joins PA Compact in Third RHTP-driven Win for PAs

South Dakota is now the 23rd state to enter the PA Licensure Compact, following the signing of (H.B. 1146). This win comes on the heels of the state’s pledge to enter the PA Licensure Compact as part of its application for Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) funds.

March 10, 2026

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