Advocacy Updates

ACHA Policy Corner

Advocating for Continuity of Mental Health Care Nationwide

During its Hill Day 2025, ACHA enlists Congressional support for breaking barriers to mental health care. On January 29, 2025, the American College Health Association (ACHA) Advocacy Committee wrapped up…

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ACHA Policy Corner

Advancing Campus Health: Our 2025 Advocacy Initiatives

ACHA drives its advocacy efforts with purpose and precision, guided by two key documents: the Policy Platform and the Policy Priorities Agenda. Together, these tools ensure ACHA’s actions align with…

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Stop Campus Hazing Act Signed into Law

The college hazing reporting bills, “Stop Campus Hazing Act” (HR 5646/S 2901) was signed into law and will go into effect June 23, 2026. The Stop Campus Hazing Act will…

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Our Advocacy Achievements in 2024

ACHA has worked diligently in 2024 to advance college health and well-being through advocacy, research, and policy. As the year comes to a close, we wanted to highlight some of…

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Federal Public Comments in 2024

In an effort to advance health and well-being within Federal policy, ACHA has submitted several public comments to the U.S. Federal government concerning a wide range of topics. Before a…

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Statement on the Elimination of Campus DEI Offices

The American College Health Association (ACHA) is concerned about decisions to close college and university offices and programs designed to support diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and accessibility (DEIJA) for students.…

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ACHA’s Federal Legislation Endorsements in 2024

As the premier organization focused on the well-being of college students, the American College Health Association (ACHA) works to advance policies that will benefit the higher education health and well-being…

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National Health Services Corps Site Designation Update

Earlier this year, the American College Health Association (ACHA) explored methods by which college campuses could address challenges in training, recruiting, and maintaining properly trained well-being staff. One of the…

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ACHA Advocacy Committee Seeks Member Feedback on Medicaid Portability Across State Lines

Ensuring all college students have access to affordable healthcare is a critical component of student success, especially during a time when many young people and emerging adults in America face…

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ACHA Endorses the Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act

ACHA has endorsed Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández’s (D-NM) introduction of the Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act (HR 9214), which represents significant progress in ensuring the health, safety,…

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