AMA statement on linking of safety net benefits to immigration status

Statement attributable to: 
Barbara L. McAneny, MD
President, American Medical Association

“The American Medical Association (AMA) believes every individual deserves timely, accessible, quality health care, nutrition and housing. Yet, the potential policy changes will likely reverse the public health gains we have made in the last several decades in areas such as vaccinations, control of infectious diseases, and access to healthier foods.