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Mission
To allow the individual physician assistant to share in the opportunity to support federal candidates who have demonstrated their belief and understanding of the principles to which the profession is dedicated.
Vision
Taking the lead to advance health care delivery through contributions to the federal electoral process.
The AAPA Political Action Committee (PAC) provides a means for PAs to participate in the political process on a national level. The AAPA PAC supports candidates who are committed to the principles that drive the PA profession. By providing this support, the PAC helps develop strong congressional advocates for the PA profession and helps ensure that those advocates can continue working to promote the interests of physician-PA team practice and patients for many years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are AAPA PAC funds used?
Contributions from the AAPA PAC support the primary and general election campaign efforts of candidates for the U.S. Congress who support and promote the principles of the PA profession and who advocate for policies that improve the health care environment for physician-PA teams and their patients. The AAPA PAC does not contribute to political parties, to presidential candidates, or to other political action committees.
What kinds of candidates receive support from the AAPA PAC?
The AAPA PAC supports both Republican and Democratic candidates with a proven record of supporting and promoting AAPA's legislative priorities. Special consideration is given to candidates who have worked closely with PAs in the past, for example by sponsoring key legislation, and to candidates who hold positions on congressional committees that directly impact AAPA's legislative goals. The AAPA PAC may only make contributions to candidates seeking federal elective office; it cannot support state or local candidates.
Who is on the AAPA PAC Board of Trustees?
The AAPA PAC Board of Trustees consists of:
- Scott Frischknecht, PA-C, Centerville, Utah, Chair
- Beverly Kimball, PA-C, Webb Lake, Wisconsin
- Michael G. Clark, Ph.D., PA-C., Fort Worth, Texas
- Bill Leinweber, AAPA Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer
Contributions can be made by individual members of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and their families, as well as by AAPA employees. Federal law prohibits the PAC from accepting donations from other sources.
I have other questions about the PAC. Whom can I contact?
Sandy Harding, AAPA Director of Federal Affairs, can be reached by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at 703/836-2272, ext. 3205.
