Congress failed to pass a full slate of appropriations bills, resulting in a shutdown. Lapsed funding means potential disruption to health care programs.
The AAFP called on the Department of Education to withdraw a proposed rule imposing constraints that would worsen the workforce shortage and hinder patients’ access to care.
The AAFP welcomes increased physician payment and other positive signs for primary care as potential wins in the 2026 Medicare physician fee schedule proposed rule.
This bipartisan caucus educates members of Congress and their staffs on critical primary care issues affecting their districts and advocates for policies that strengthen primary care.
Help us achieve a long-term solution in Medicare physician payment, address the administrative burdens you and your patients face daily, and back the next generation of family physicians.
This network pairs AAFP members with congressional leaders and elected officials supportive of priorities of family physicians to champion legislation and public policy.
Learn where your state stands on important, emerging issues related to primary care. Access toolkits, browse resources related to state advocacy, and connect with your state chapter.