Bill
HR 5663
Overview: HR 5663, the ACPAC Modernization Act, was introduced in the House on September 30, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to update and modernize the Advisory Committee o
Overview: HR 5663, the ACPAC Modernization Act, was introduced in the House on September 30, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to update and modernize the Advisory Committee on Physician Assistant Compensation (ACPAC), which advises the Secretary of Health and Human Services on issues related to physician assistant compensation.
Key Provisions:
- Expands the membership of ACPAC to include more diverse representation from physician assistants, healthcare organizations, and the public
- Requires ACPAC to review and make recommendations on physician assistant compensation, benefits, and other workforce issues on a regular basis
- Directs the Secretary to implement ACPAC's recommendations within a specified timeframe, unless the Secretary provides a detailed justification for not doing so
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact physician assistants, healthcare providers, and patients by ensuring that physician assistant compensation and workforce issues are regularly reviewed and addressed. This could lead to improved recruitment, retention, and satisfaction among physician assistants, potentially enhancing patient access to care.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The ACPAC Modernization Act has been introduced in the House and is currently awaiting further action in the legislative process.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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