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Our Mission

CHA’s mission is to advance the health of individuals and our communities. We do this by leading, representing, and serving hospitals and healthcare providers across the continuum of care that are accountable to the community and committed to health improvement.

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Advocacy
Advocacy

Action Center

CHA is focused on supporting healthcare workers, patients, and care delivery for every Connecticut resident.

Advocacy Materials

Testimony

The latest legislative testimony from the Connecticut Hospital Association.

Healthcare Legislation and Policy

CHA works collaboratively with lawmakers to advance policies that best support healthcare.

Hospitals by the Numbers

Every year, hospitals across the state provide care and services to millions of patients.
Thank You, Governor Lamont and Lawmakers

CHA applauds the Connecticut General Assembly’s advancement of a state budget that includes a new, patient-focused hospital tax model with key provisions to strengthen the sustainability of healthcare statewide.

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Issues
Issues

Affordability and Price Transparency

Artificial Intelligence

Behavioral Health

Commercial Health Insurance

Community Health

Cybersecurity

Diaper Access

Health Equity

Hospital Tax

Hospital Finance

Maternal and Child Health

Medicare and Medicaid

Quality and Patient Safety

Telehealth

Workforce
Special Initiatives

Caring for Connecticut

An outstanding hospital system is one that not only supports patient well-being but also invests in local communities by partnering with others to improve health outcomes.

Connecticut Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative

Birthing hospitals across the state are providing postpartum patients with an orange bracelet as a reminder to watch for urgent maternal warning signs and get help quickly if they appear.
Education
Education

Education Calendar

Leadership Programs

Quality and Patient Safety Programs

Regulatory Programs

Health and Safety Training

PROUD Trainings

HRO Trainings
Upcoming Event

June 30, 2026 - 9:00a.m. EDT
HRO Apparent Cause Analysis Workshop – 6/30

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News and Publications
News and Publications

CHA in the News

CHA Weekly Update

Press Releases

Publications and Reports

Connecticut Hospitals Today

Economic Impact Report

Community Benefit Report

Hospitals in Your Community

Testimony
The Latest From CHA

WEEKLY UPDATE: 06/16/2026
Elevating Excellence: Connecticut Hospitals and Health Systems Celebrate World-Class Care at CHA Annual Meeting

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Resources
Resources

Patient Resources

Workforce Resources

H.R. 1 and HUSKY D Changes Resources

Nurse Licensure Compact Guidance

Website FAQs

Connecticut Perinatal Quality Collaborative

Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative
H.R. 1 and HUSKY D Changes

CHA, in consultation with the Department of Social Services (DSS), has released new informational materials to help hospitals, community-based organizations, and healthcare providers prepare to support and communicate to patients about the federal Medicaid eligibility changes and new work rules taking effect January 1, 2027.

View and Download Materials

About CHA
About CHA

Board of Trustees

Senior Staff Contacts

About ChimeData

About ChimeNet

Membership Listing

Become a Member

Annual Meeting

Contact

Directions

Careers
Our Mission

CHA’s mission is to advance the health of individuals and our communities. We do this by leading, representing, and serving hospitals and healthcare providers across the continuum of care that are accountable to the community and committed to health improvement.

Read More
Advocacy
Advocacy

Action Center

CHA is focused on supporting healthcare workers, patients, and care delivery for every Connecticut resident.

Advocacy Materials

Testimony

The latest legislative testimony from the Connecticut Hospital Association.

Healthcare Legislation and Policy

CHA works collaboratively with lawmakers to advance policies that best support healthcare.

Hospitals by the Numbers

Every year, hospitals across the state provide care and services to millions of patients.
Thank You, Governor Lamont and Lawmakers

CHA applauds the Connecticut General Assembly’s advancement of a state budget that includes a new, patient-focused hospital tax model with key provisions to strengthen the sustainability of healthcare statewide.

Learn More
Issues
Issues

Affordability and Price Transparency

Artificial Intelligence

Behavioral Health

Commercial Health Insurance

Community Health

Cybersecurity

Diaper Access

Health Equity

Hospital Tax

Hospital Finance

Maternal and Child Health

Medicare and Medicaid

Quality and Patient Safety

Telehealth

Workforce
Special Initiatives

Caring for Connecticut

An outstanding hospital system is one that not only supports patient well-being but also invests in local communities by partnering with others to improve health outcomes.

Connecticut Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative

Birthing hospitals across the state are providing postpartum patients with an orange bracelet as a reminder to watch for urgent maternal warning signs and get help quickly if they appear.
Education
Education

Education Calendar

Leadership Programs

Quality and Patient Safety Programs

Regulatory Programs

Health and Safety Training

PROUD Trainings

HRO Trainings
Upcoming Event

June 30, 2026 - 9:00a.m. EDT
HRO Apparent Cause Analysis Workshop – 6/30

View Event
News and Publications
News and Publications

CHA in the News

CHA Weekly Update

Press Releases

Publications and Reports

Connecticut Hospitals Today

Economic Impact Report

Community Benefit Report

Hospitals in Your Community

Testimony
The Latest From CHA

WEEKLY UPDATE: 06/16/2026
Elevating Excellence: Connecticut Hospitals and Health Systems Celebrate World-Class Care at CHA Annual Meeting

Read More
Resources
Resources

Patient Resources

Workforce Resources

H.R. 1 and HUSKY D Changes Resources

Nurse Licensure Compact Guidance

Website FAQs

Connecticut Perinatal Quality Collaborative

Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative
H.R. 1 and HUSKY D Changes

CHA, in consultation with the Department of Social Services (DSS), has released new informational materials to help hospitals, community-based organizations, and healthcare providers prepare to support and communicate to patients about the federal Medicaid eligibility changes and new work rules taking effect January 1, 2027.

View and Download Materials

Archive

CHA Legislative Member Memos

Archive

CHA Member Memos: 2026 Legislative Session

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CHA Member Memos: 2025 Legislative Session

Read the Advocacy

Paul Kidwell

Senior Vice President, Policy

(203) 294-7247
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Brian Cournoyer

Director, Government Relations

(203) 675-3394
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Karen Buckley

Vice President, Advocacy

(203) 294-7259
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