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May

2026

APhA applauds Ways and Means action to advance seniors’ access to care

Legislation would improve access to testing and treatment services, particularly in rural and underserved communities

Author: James Keagy

Washington, DC (May 21, 2026) — The American Pharmacists Association (APhA), joined by state and national pharmacy associations, applauds the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee for advancing H.R. 3164, the Main Street Pharmacy Access Act, common-sense legislation that ensures seniors can receive pharmacist-provided care in their communities. 

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Apr

2026

American Pharmacists Association Names Melissa Somma McGivney as Chief of Professional and Member Experience

Author: James Keagy

WASHINGTON, DC (April 9, 2026) — The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) is pleased to announce that Melissa Somma McGivney, PharmD, FCCP, FAPhA, will join the organization as its inaugural Chief of Professional and Member Experience, effective June 1, 2026.

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Feb

2026

APhA announces 2026 Immunization Champion Award winners

Author: James Keagy

Washington, DC (February 9, 2026) — The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) has selected the recipients of the 2026 APhA Immunization Champion Awards, recognizing outstanding individuals, pharmacy professionals, teams, and organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to improving vaccination access, delivery, and public health outcomes in communities across the nation.

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Feb

2026

APhA‑backed reforms pass Congress—Covering pharmacist care must be next

Author: James Keagy

WASHINGTON, DC (February 3, 2026) Today, Congress passed funding legislation that includes long-sought federal PBM reforms, supported by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), which are set to be signed into law. These provisions mark meaningful progress toward strengthening pharmacy reimbursement in Medicare and will help pharmacies sustainably dispense medications.

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18

Dec

2025

APhA highlights pharmacists' expertise at marijuana rescheduling ceremony

Author: James Keagy

Washington, DC (December 18, 2025) – The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) participated in a White House ceremony marking the rescheduling of marijuana as a Schedule III drug. Marijuana’s Schedule I classification imposes strict regulatory requirements that make it difficult for researchers and scientists to obtain it for study. APhA believes that moving marijuana to Schedule III will help accelerate research into its medicinal applications and potentially lead to safer and more effective therapeutic uses.

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