Members of the LGBTQ+ Section have a unique opportunity to shape AMA policy and action on issues that affect young physicians, their practices and their patients.
New to the policymaking process? Access our education module, How AMA Policy is Made, to learn how LGBTQ+ Section members influence the AMA’s policymaking efforts.
Become an LGBTQ+ Section member
The LGBTQ+ Section meets biannually (June and November) to consider resolutions and reports on issues of interest to physicians and to elect the LGBTQ+ Section Governing Council. Any AMA member who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, or who is an ally of the community, can become a member of the AMA LGBTQ+ Section. Become a LGBTQ+ Section member.
Submit a resolution
LGBTQ+ Section members may submit resolutions for consideration at the Annual (June) and Interim (November) Meetings of the LGBTQ+ Section. Submit resolutions and direct questions to [email protected].
2026 Annual Meeting resolution deadlines
- Jan. 9, 2026: Policy idea generator launches; idea/resolution review process begins
- Email [email protected] to access generator and submit ideas for consideration
- Jan. 23, 2026: Policy idea generator closes
- February (date TBD): Calls for co-sponsorship submissions for consideration
- February (date TBD): Calls for Handbook Review Committee and Testimony Drafting Committee
- Feb. 10, 2026: Policy Committee meeting
- March 10, 2026: Policy Committee resolution feedback and committee decisions deadline
- April 3, 2026: Section resolution approval deadline
- April 10, 2026: Section resolution submission deadline
- April 15, 2026: Official resolution submission deadline (noon Central)
Serve on the policy committee
Email your interest to [email protected] to serve on the LGBTQ+Section policy committee.
Policy resources
- PolicyFinder: Search for policies adopted by the AMA House of Delegates
- Federal and State Correspondence Finder: Search for AMA testimony, comment letters and sign-on letters
- Litigation Center Case Summary Finder: Search for information on AMA Litigation Center cases
- LGBTQ+ Section Internal Operating Procedures (PDF)
- AMA Constitution and Bylaws (PDF)
