Which organization advocates for PAs with local and state government?

• A. NCCPA
• B. AAPA
• C. PAEA
• D. NCAPA

Answer: (D)

Advocacy and government relations is the area where a professional PA organization speaks directly to state and local policymakers about licensure, scope of practice, and related regulations. NCAPA is the body that serves as the organized voice for PAs with state and local governments, working to influence policy and regulatory decisions that affect how PAs practice. The other groups have different primary roles: NCCPA is the certification authority that verifies competency; AAPA is the national professional association addressing broad PA issues and advocacy at multiple levels; PAEA focuses on PA education and program standards. So the one dedicated to government advocacy at local and state levels is NCAPA.