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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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Governor's Tax on Hospitals Will Hurt Connecticut

Connecticut hospitals are being asked to shoulder higher state taxes even as the state does little to invest in patient care. That means fewer resources at the bedside, harder choices for hospitals, and rising healthcare costs.

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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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WEEKLY UPDATE: 04/09/2026
Now Is the Time To Fix the Hospital Tax: Connecticut Hospitals Elevate Urgency To Adopt New Model in State Budget; Upcoming Advocacy Day Spotlights Hospital-Community Partnerships Statewide; CHA Endorses Expansion of Substance Abuse Prevention Campaign; Diaper Bank, Hospitals Continue Calls for General Assembly To Advance Diaper Program Legislation; Hospitals Support Senior Day at State Capitol

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Connecticut Perinatal Quality Collaborative

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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.
Governor's Tax on Hospitals Will Hurt Connecticut

Connecticut hospitals are being asked to shoulder higher state taxes even as the state does little to invest in patient care. That means fewer resources at the bedside, harder choices for hospitals, and rising healthcare costs.

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

April 21, 2026 - 9:00a.m. EDT
Managing the Operating Budget – 4/21

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: 04/09/2026
Now Is the Time To Fix the Hospital Tax: Connecticut Hospitals Elevate Urgency To Adopt New Model in State Budget; Upcoming Advocacy Day Spotlights Hospital-Community Partnerships Statewide; CHA Endorses Expansion of Substance Abuse Prevention Campaign; Diaper Bank, Hospitals Continue Calls for General Assembly To Advance Diaper Program Legislation; Hospitals Support Senior Day at State Capitol

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Resources
Resources

Patient Resources

Workforce Resources

Nurse Licensure Compact Guidance

Website FAQs

Connecticut Perinatal Quality Collaborative

Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative
Search Career Opportunities by Hospital or Health System

Explore Careers

News and Publications

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Hospitals Support Senior Day at State Capitol

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Diaper Bank, Hospitals Continue Calls for General Assembly To Advance Diaper Program Legislation

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CHA Endorses Expansion of Substance Abuse Prevention Campaign

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Upcoming Advocacy Day Spotlights Hospital-Community Partnerships Statewide

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Now Is the Time To Fix the Hospital Tax: Connecticut Hospitals Elevate Urgency To Adopt New Model in State Budget

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Weekly Update – April 9, 2026

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Education

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Hospital Community Benefit Advocacy Day Returns to State Capitol

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Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health Clinician Training: Introduction to Military Culture and Stressors

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New Report Warns ‘Connecticut Option’ Could Raise Taxes, Strain Healthcare Providers

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Legislative Committees Advance Spending and Revenue Packages

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Weekly Update – April 2, 2026

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Education

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Film Screening Explores Impact of Doulas on Maternal Health and Birthing Experiences

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Federal H.R. 1 and DSS Benefits: Resources for Patients, Providers, and Communities

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CHA Continues To Advocate for Action on Root Causes Driving Emergency Department Boarding and Throughput Challenges

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Weekly Update – March 26, 2026

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Momentum Builds for Diaper Grant Program

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Stryker Update and Heightened Cybersecurity Vigilance

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FEATURED PRESS RELEASE

Report Outlines Continued Financial Challenges for Connecticut Hospitals and Health Systems

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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 Statement on Federal Pressures Impacting Pediatric Gender-Affirming Care

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CHA Statement on Maternal Health Bills Signed Into Law

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CHA Statement on Approval of Congressional Budget Bill

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CHA Responds to OHS’s Newly Adopted Healthcare Cost Growth Benchmark Targets

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CHA Honors 2025 Healthcare Heroes From Across Connecticut

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