WEEKLY UPDATE:

May 7, 2026


Landmark Healthcare Legislation: New Patient-Focused Hospital Tax Model Included in State Budget Adjustment

On Wednesday, May 6, the 2026 Connecticut Legislative Session came to a close, marking the end of a session that included the General Assembly’s approval of a fiscal year (FY) […]

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Connecticut Hospitals Rank First in the Nation for Patient Safety

Connecticut hospitals have once again demonstrated excellence in patient safety, earning the number one ranking in the nation in the Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grade State Rankings.  This […]

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Celebrating the Remarkable Career of Ena Williams

After more than three decades of extraordinary service, the Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA) celebrates Ena Williams as she marks her retirement from a career defined by visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, […]

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Doula and Clinician Collaboration Project Kicks Off in Fairfield County Hospitals

The inaugural session of the Connecticut Hospital Association’s (CHA) new educational programming, “From Evidence to Practice: Enhancing Doula-Clinician Collaboration in Hospital Settings,” was held at Bridgeport Hospital on Wednesday, May […]

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Workforce Strategy Shapes CTAHE 2026 Congress on Healthcare Leadership

Registration is open for the Connecticut Association of Healthcare Executives (CTAHE) 2026 Congress on Healthcare Leadership on Monday, June 8, at Quinnipiac University, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Inspired […]

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Education

Registration is now open for PROUD: The Evolution and Sustainability of CAPTA Implementation in Connecticut, CHA Issue-Based Forum: Probate Court Conservatorship in Connecticut, and On-Demand Education Offerings.

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