As Congress continues to work to strengthen the nation’s health system in response to COVID-19, health workforce development has emerged as a key area of focus due to growing provider shortages and their impact on the quality of care delivered to all communities. We...

Congressmember Karen Bass has reintroduced the Physician Assistant Higher Education Modernization Act (H.R. 2274) and the Physician Assistant Education Public Health Initiatives Act (H.R. 3890) for the 117th Congress. Following the enactment of previously included...

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the issue of long-standing racial and ethnic health disparities has received renewed focus among federal policymakers. While the disproportionate impact of the pandemic on communities of color has been starkly illustrated over the past...

PAEA's Government Relations staff offers policy and advocacy training sessions for students and faculty when requested by PAEA members. Please note that a minimum of four weeks' notice is required to...

PAEA Government Relations staff offers strategic guidance and support for students and faculty who are interested in hosting a member of Congress at their PA program. If you would like to request...