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

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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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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.
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Leadership Programs

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June 22, 2026 - 11:00a.m. EDT
Preparing Hospitals and Communities for Medicaid Eligibility Changes: Understanding New HUSKY D Work Rules and Building Early Patient Awareness – 6/22/26

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CHA in the News

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Connecticut Hospitals Today

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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
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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.

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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 22, 2026 - 11:00a.m. EDT
Preparing Hospitals and Communities for Medicaid Eligibility Changes: Understanding New HUSKY D Work Rules and Building Early Patient Awareness – 6/22/26

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

News and Publications

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Weekly Update Press Releases CHA in the News

CHA Weekly Update

Elevating Excellence: Connecticut Hospitals Celebrate World-Class Care, Reflect on Evolution of Healthcare Delivery

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Special Weekly Update – June 16, 2026

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Education

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Elevating Excellence: Award Winners To Be Honored at Connecticut Hospital Association’s Annual Event Next Week

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Upcoming Webinar To Prepare Hospitals and Communities for Medicaid Eligibility Changes

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Connecticut Hospitals Reaffirm Commitment To Eliminating Violence Against Healthcare Workers

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Weekly Update – June 4, 2026

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Governor Signs State Budget Adjustment, New Hospital Tax Model Into Law

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Education

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New Resources To Prepare Hospitals and Communities for Medicaid Eligibility Changes

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Registration Open for PROUD Summer Series: Strengthening Care for Parents in Recovery

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Weekly Update – May 28, 2026

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Education

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Public Comments Due Friday: Hospitals’ Community Benefit Summary and Analysis Report FY2024

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HUSKY D Medicaid Changes: New Messaging Materials To Support Early Outreach and Education

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Connecticut Sues U.S. Education Department Over Rule Restricting Federal Student Loan Borrowing

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Connecticut Hospitals Advance Postpartum Bracelet Awareness Campaign

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Weekly Update – May 21, 2026

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Education

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PROUD Programming Updates: 2026 Summer Series Kickoff Scheduled for June

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FEATURED PRESS RELEASE

Report Outlines Continued Financial Challenges for Connecticut Hospitals and Health Systems

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Press Releases

CHA and DPH Award Backus and Windham Hospitals for the Community Health Case Management Program

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CHA Awards Yale New Haven Hospital for Its High-Risk Patient MRSA Prevention Initiative

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CHA Honors 2026 Healthcare Heroes From Hospitals Across Connecticut

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CHA Statement on Governor Lamont’s Signing of the State Budget

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CHA Applauds Advancement of State Budget Including New Patient-Focused Hospital Tax Model

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CHA Statement on Hospital Tax Provisions in the House Republican Budget Proposal

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CHA Statement on Hospital Tax Provisions in State Legislature’s Proposed Budget

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CHA Statement on OHS Hospital Financial Status Report for FY 2024

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CHA To Testify on Governor Lamont’s Proposed Tax Increase on Hospitals

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CHA Statement on Governor Lamont’s Proposed Graduate Student Loan Assistance Program and Support for the Healthcare Workforce

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CT Hospitals Respond to Governor Lamont’s Budget, Including Proposed Tax Increase on Hospitals

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CHA Statement on Bipartisan House Vote To Restore Enhanced Health Insurance Exchange Subsidies

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CHA Statement on Proposed Rules To End Medicaid and Medicare Funding for Hospitals Over Gender-Affirming Care

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CHA Statement on Gov. Lamont Announcement To Support Homelessness Prevention and Response

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CHA Statement on Governor Lamont’s Plan To Preserve Subsidies for Access Health CT Enrollees

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CHA Statement on New Federal Regulatory Definition of Professional Degree Impacting Clinical and Social Service Professions

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Connecticut Hospitals Launch Nation-Leading Statewide Postpartum Bracelet Initiative

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CHA Statement on Formal Announcement of the Northeast Public Health Collaborative

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CHA Statement on Governor Lamont Executive Actions To Protect COVID-19 Vaccine Access

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Dan Keenan Honored With AHA Grassroots Champion Award for Outstanding Healthcare Advocacy

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CHA IN THE NEWS

06/17/2026

About 110,000 poor CT adults could lose Medicaid coverage
05/13/2026

Opinion: Why Connecticut is one of best states for health care
05/13/2026

Opinion | Connecticut Hospitals Lead Nation In High-Quality, Safe Healthcare, Affirming Our Commitment To Continuous Improvement
05/13/2026

Opinion: CT hospitals lead in high-quality, safe healthcare
05/11/2026

Connecticut hospitals get funding boost as federal Medicaid cuts loom
05/05/2026

Hospital Association Celebrates Restructured, ‘Patient-Focused’ Tax Plan In New State Budget
05/04/2026

CT legislature adopts $28B budget with big aid for towns, childcare
04/28/2026

Legislators, Lamont on cusp of tentative CT budget deal
04/27/2026

Face the Facts: Paul Kidwell with the CT Hospital Association discusses hospital stability
04/23/2026

Officials plan to tap savings to make next CT budget work
04/07/2026

Medicaid uncertainty looms over new CT hospital tax deal talks
04/01/2026

Appropriations Committee ups Lamont budget proposal by $147M
03/25/2026

Emergency room wait times getting better for CT hospitals, new data shows
03/24/2026

Connecticut lawmakers vote to expand ICE restrictions
03/23/2026

Broader emergency Medicaid for immigrants without legal status could be approved in CT
03/23/2026

CT leaders debate how to fix health care: Blunt federal cuts, up reimbursement or kill private health care?
03/20/2026

Advocates backing bill that would help Connecticut mothers afford diapers
03/20/2026

Democrats Back $200M Healthcare Affordability Plan, Hospital Group Has Concerns
03/16/2026

CT hospitals are struggling under financial strain. ‘We cannot continue to do more with less’
03/02/2026

Hospitals paying millions to cover state employee pay and benefits

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