Public Policy
Amplifying Your Impact
AACI works on behalf of North America's leading academic cancer centers to advocate for robust, stable federal investment in cancer research through the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute.
We amplify the collective voice—and impact—of academic cancer centers through position statements, sign-on letters, public comments, visits with legislators, and other coordinated advocacy activities.
Two annual meetings of the AACI Government Relations Forum and monthly cancer center update calls give AACI members face time with guests who are moving the needle on cancer-related policy.
Participation in AACI government relations activities is open to AACI members only.
Steering Committee
Chair: Catherine Liao, MSPH
Duke Cancer Institute
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2026 Government Relations Forum
October 26, 2026
2:00-5:00 pm central time
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
Chicago, IL
The Government Relations Forum will be held in conjunction with the 2026 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting, October 25-27.
Take Action
Clinical Trial Modernization Act (S. 4440)
This bipartisan bill would enable clinical trial sponsors to cover costs associated with trial participation, including copays, travel, food, and lodging; and provide patients with technology to allow them to participate remotely in clinical trials.
AACI Urges Congress to Pass the Clinical Trial Modernization Act
May 7, 2026