07 Jul Statement from AAHIVM Executive Director on Passage of HR.1 Budget Reconciliation Bill
Dear Academy community,
As many of you will know by now, the House has passed the Senate version of HR.1, the budget reconciliation bill, which now goes to the President to be signed into law.
This outcome is certainly not what we had hoped for as advocates, and the frustrations are deep, especially for those of you providing care to communities that are already vulnerable. We understand the potential challenges this legislation may create and the impact it could have on your daily work.
Despite this setback, the Academy remains steadfast. We are continuing and ramping up our advocacy work, including at the state level, supporting the providers and patients who will be most affected by this decision.
Thank you for all you’ve done in recent months. You made calls, sent messages, and raised your voices. Many of you took action while managing demanding clinical responsibilities. Through these efforts, the voice of the HIV provider community has become more impactful, more unified. That momentum is something we will carry forward and build upon.
In the coming weeks, the Academy will focus on strategies to help mitigate the impact of these cuts. We will share resources, offer tools, and continue to support you, your practices and patients in every way we can.
We certainly hope you can enjoy the holiday weekend and, for those of you not working, find some rest. There is still important work ahead, and we will approach what comes next with clarity, strength, and a shared commitment to equitable health care.
With resolve,
Bruce Packett
Executive Director