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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Feb. 2, 2026

In the news: Measles spread threatens elimination status in U.S., Congress passes funding bill with significant health care legislation and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Feb. 6, 2026: National Advocacy Update

Significant wins for patients, physicians in Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026, and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Feb. 6, 2026: State Advocacy Update

AMA opposes West Virginia bill that would expand APRN and physician assistant scope of practice, and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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AMA advocacy efforts

The AMA advocates at the federal and state levels on key health care issues impacting patients and physicians. Download the PDF updates of the AMA's impact. 

Access to Care
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8 wins for doctors, patients in latest federal budget deal

On telehealth, value-based care, diabetes prevention, doctor burnout and more, members of Congress have worked to find common ground.  

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Federal Advocacy
Fighting for Physicians
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Ways to get involved with AMA advocacy

Physicians can get involved in advocacy efforts alongside the AMA. Learn more and get involved now.

Federal Advocacy
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How does licensing and credentialing application reform improve physician well-being?

In this Advocacy Insights webinar, learn about the significance of licensing/credentialing application changes and how institutions can implement them. Register now.

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Events
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AMA advocacy events

Collaborating and networking to advocate for patients and the medical profession.

Federal Advocacy
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AMA Advocacy Insights webinar series

AMA Advocacy Insights webinar series examines key advocacy issues from the federal and state levels impacting patients and physicians.

Federal Advocacy