With the 119th Congress underway and control of both chambers established, congressional work on higher education policy has officially begun. Throughout congressional deliberations, one concerning proposal that has emerged is the potential elimination of the Grad PLUS...

At a time when workforce shortages continue to impact the health care landscape in rural and underserved areas, programs like the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) must be supported and protected. However, with a lapse in mandatory funding for the NHSC looming, this...

As nationwide health care workforce shortages persist and PA programs struggle to secure clinical training sites for students, PAEA remains dedicated to finding policy solutions to these issues. One innovative approach that policymakers have introduced in recent years is...

Throughout the last decade, there has been a significant increase in the number of PA programs paying for clinical training sites, leading to a notable rise in the cost of PA education. To reverse this trend and ensure that PA programs can produce enough PA graduates to...

As the nation’s population continues to age and pressure mounts on health care providers to meet the needs of patients, it is imperative for Congress to tackle obstacles that are hindering patients' access to quality health care. This includes reducing disparities in access...

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...