State Advocacy

AMA State Legislative Survey

The results reveal a unified, urgent and patient-focused heath care agenda for the nation.

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The American Medical Association Advocacy Resource Center (ARC) conducted a survey of medical societies across the country—covering 64 organizations (including all 50 state medical societies and the District of Columbia)—to identify the top issues that will define the 2026 state legislative sessions. Learn more about the key findings of 2026 AMA State Legislative Survey with this executive summary and a deeper dive into the survey results.

AMA State Advocacy Impact Report

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