AAP
Americanabbreviation
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Australian Associated Press
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(in the US) affirmative action program
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The liquor policy which led to the arrests of AAP leaders was introduced by the Kejriwal government in 2021, saying it would curb black market sales, increase revenues and ensure even distribution of liquor licences.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026
The AAP is one of several medical groups currently suing HHS.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026
The AAP said its new schedule is endorsed by 12 other medical and health organizations, including the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026
“I also want to remind everyone that AAP releases its own recommended childhood vaccine schedule,” O’Leary said.
From Salon • Dec. 6, 2025
Federal Register Publication The AAP agreed that, compared to the online database, the lists published in the Federal Register would be of secondary importance.
From Supplementary Copyright Statutes, US Copy. Office by Library of Congress. Copyright Office
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