Advocacy & Legislation

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College Health Insurance Billing Unpacked

Insurance billing in a college health setting can feel complex, time-consuming, and sometimes overwhelming. This webinar breaks it down with real-world insight. Join us as we explore the pros and…

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The Advocacy Pulse: 2026 Preview

This webinar will provide participants with policy priorities and legislative updates impacting college health as well as practical strategies for effective advocacy. Whether you are new to advocacy or wanting…

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The Advocacy Pulse: 2026 Preview

This webinar will provide participants with policy priorities and legislative updates impacting college health as well as practical strategies for effective advocacy. Whether you are new to advocacy or wanting…

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ACHA Policy Corner

Advancing College Health: ACHA’s 2025 Advocacy Work Delivers Value to You

The American College Health Association (ACHA) is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of college students, staff, and the wider higher education community. A core part of this mission…

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ACHA Policy Corner

ACHA Collaborates with Congress to Introduce Continuation of Mental Health Care Act

As a result of the 2025 American College Health Association (ACHA) Annual Advocacy Committee Hill Day, ACHA introduced legislation that ensures continuity of mental health care for students, regardless of…

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ACHA Policy Corner

Understanding End-of-Year Federal Funding Notices

Some federal agencies, like the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), may have recently sent out notices to campuses about potential funding shortages for programs like the Garrett…

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ACHA Policy Corner

The Advocacy Perspective

The ACHA Advocacy Committee hosted a dynamic and well-attended session during this year’s ACHA Annual Meeting in the Big Easy! Designed to deepen member engagement with our advocacy work, the…

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ACHA Advocacy Update

Statement on the Changes to CDC ACIP

The American College Health Association (ACHA) is deeply troubled by the recent removal of all 17 sitting members on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s vaccine advisory panel,…

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May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

As an organization that recognizes the importance of the mental health and well-being of our college students, the American College Health Association (ACHA) remains committed to advancing mental health awareness…

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ACHA Advocacy Update

ACHA Supports Increased Funding for Campus Suicide Prevention

The American Council on Education (ACE), along with ACHA and other organizations, sent a letter to the House and Senate Labor-HHS Subcommittee on April 28, 2025, urging increased funding and…

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