State advocacy support

Find your state society
Looking to get involved at the local level? Search for your state society.

Step therapy legislation
Get the latest news on step therapy legislation that has passed in states.

Pending state legislation
Get updates on laws that are pending in state legislatures.

State advocacy grants
This grant provides financial assistance to state dermatology societies for the advancement of their health policy initiatives, including state lobbying expenses.

Advocate of the year award
This award recognizes a member who sets an example for his or her peers by undertaking a significant amount of advocacy endeavors.

State advocacy issue guide
Download a convenient PDF that describes the Academy's state advocacy priorities, including truth in advertising, indoor tanning, and more.