ACA News

Modern Medicaid Alliance Membership & Engagement

ACA has secured membership in the Modern Medicaid Alliance (MMA), a coalition of 125+ organizations, including the National Alliance on Mental Illness and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.

Unpacking Executive Orders: What They Mean for K-12 Schools & LGBTQ+ Students

Recent executive orders are shaping the landscape for K-12 education, with major implications for LGBTQ+ students and families.

Advocacy Highlights from the 2025 ACA Conference & Expo

The 2025 ACA Conference & Expo was a wonderful few days filled with engaging sessions, moving speakers and opportunities for fellowship. Here are a few advocacy highlights from the event...

Counseling Compact Update: Committee Hearings in New Mexico and Nevada

On February 26, the Nevada General Assembly Committee on Commerce and Labor held a hearing on the Counseling Compact legislation.

Highlighting Advocacy Tools

Share Your Parity Story - We’re collecting counselors’ stories! These personal accounts leave a lasting impression on policymakers and are an opportunity to use your experiences to enact change.  

Advocacy Section Updates!

We are excited to share our updated Advocacy webpages with you- we hope these changes will help you get more involved in ACA advocacy and quickly find needed resources!

Counseling Compact Update

Momentum continues on the Counseling Compact! Six states have introduced Counseling Compact legislation so far this session: Pennsylvania, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Oregon and Texas.