American Academy of Pediatrics v. Department of Health and Human Services
Case Overview
The American Academy of Pediatrics sued the Department of Health and Human Services over the termination in nearly $12 million in federal funding.
The Application
HHS terminated AAP's federal funding after AAP engaged in advocacy that may have conflicted with executive branch policies. If the termination was motivated by AAP's protected speech or positions rather than legitimate funding criteria, it constitutes viewpoint discrimination and violates the First Amendment. Alternatively, if HHS failed to provide reasoned explanation or adequate process for the termination, it violates the APA's arbitrary and capricious standard.
The Conclusion
The case remains active in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia before Judge Beryl A. Howell, with AAP seeking restoration of the terminated funding and a determination that the agency action was unlawful.
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