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AMA Advocacy issue briefs

Download PDFs of issue briefs that summarize key health policy issues by providing concise and digestible content for both relevant stakeholders and those who may know little about the topic.

Federal Advocacy
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Sept. 19, 2025: State Advocacy Update

Application period opens for the Rural Health Transformation Program and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

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Scope of practice key tools & resources

Download PDFs of issue briefs, model legislation and state law charts. Through resources, research and the Scope of Practice Partnership, the AMA has what you need to advance your scope of practice advocacy agenda.

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More than 150 scope-creep bills defeated in 2025

In over 40 states, efforts to inappropriately expand nonphysicians’ scope of practice have failed this year. The AMA has the details.

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Aug. 22, 2025: National Advocacy Update

AMA-led federation letters oppose federal bill expanding pharmacists’ scope of practice and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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Aug. 15, 2025: State Advocacy Update

Scope of practice 2025 state legislative activity and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

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House, Senate bills would expand pharmacists’ scope of practice

The legislation would allow pharmacists to diagnose and treat patients without having received the necessary education or training to do so.

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Aug. 8, 2025: State Advocacy Update

Recent AMA activity on scope of practice and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

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7 tips for physicians to engage Congress during August recess

Physicians can leverage public meetings, site visits and more to educate lawmakers, experts say. One key: Be “politely persistent.” 

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