Federal Advocacy Playbook

Upon assuming office in mid-January 2025, the new Presidential administration swiftly began to pursue far-reaching policy changes that have the potential to significantly impact maternal-fetal medicine subspecialists and the patients they serve. The ultimate effect of executive actions will depend on many factors, including how they are interpreted and applied by agency officials and, in many cases, the decision of federal courts after a challenge.

During a time of rapid policy activity, it is difficult to know who best to engage. Below is a playbook for SMFM members and allies looking for opportunities to engage. Though developed for federal purposes, many of these learnings can be applied to state and local advocacy, too.