TAPA works to advance the PA profession through advocacy and development by leading PAs across Texas, and exists to improve the health of all Texans. Our advocacy engagement includes initiatives related to the state of Texas and grassroots levels. While some of this information is open to the public, become a member of TAPA to gain access to all of the resources available under Advocacy Central.

Advocacy News

AAPA Continues Pushing Back, Shares PA Views on AMA Attacks

AAPA Releases Survey Showing Physician Support for Removing Barriers to PA Practice

Legislative Priorities

TAPA actively works to sponsor and promote regulatory and legislative changes which will enhance the ability of the physician assistant to provide safe, cost-effective medical care and to enhance and strengthen the concept of the physician-PA team in order to strengthen the practice of team-based health care in Texas. Click here to view our current Legislative Priorities >>

Frequently Asked Legislative Questions

TAPA has compiled a list of frequently asked questions as a benefit for TAPA Members. These are not meant to be legal advice, rather, a resource for members to use in their practice. Click here to access >> 

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Legislative Resources

TAPA Members have exclusive access to resources such as weekly bill tracker of each bill that includes or effects PAs in the state of Texas; TAPA-branded one pagers including background, rationale, previous bill links, states with similar laws; capitol newsletter; complete listing of legislators and their contact information and more. Learn More >>