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Recognize Your Hospital Team: 2026 CHA Annual Awards Open for Submissions

The 2026 John D. Thompson Award and 2026 Community Service Award are now open for submissions through January 7, 2026. By submitting an entry, hospitals can spotlight the work that their teams are doing every day to improve health outcomes across Connecticut and give colleagues an opportunity to be publicly recognized for the difference they’re making.

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The latest legislative testimony from the Connecticut Hospital Association.

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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.

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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: 02/12/2026
Capitol Update: Hospitals Elevate Opposition to Governor’s Proposed Tax Increase, Testify on Office of Health Strategy Dissolution; Connecticut Hospitals Make Us Better: Statewide Advocacy Campaign Expands, Highlighting How Patients and Communities Benefit From Local Hospitals; Comptroller’s 2026 Healthcare Cabinet Report Pitches Workforce Investments, Student Education Support; Conference Highlights Benefits of Mobile Integrated Healthcare Programs and Reviews State Application Process

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About CHA
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Recognize Your Hospital Team: 2026 CHA Annual Awards Open for Submissions

The 2026 John D. Thompson Award and 2026 Community Service Award are now open for submissions through January 7, 2026. By submitting an entry, hospitals can spotlight the work that their teams are doing every day to improve health outcomes across Connecticut and give colleagues an opportunity to be publicly recognized for the difference they’re making.

Submit Entry
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

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

February 18, 2026 - 9:00a.m. EST
HRO Cause Analysis Workshop, Two-Day Session – 2/18 & 2/19

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: 02/12/2026
Capitol Update: Hospitals Elevate Opposition to Governor’s Proposed Tax Increase, Testify on Office of Health Strategy Dissolution; Connecticut Hospitals Make Us Better: Statewide Advocacy Campaign Expands, Highlighting How Patients and Communities Benefit From Local Hospitals; Comptroller’s 2026 Healthcare Cabinet Report Pitches Workforce Investments, Student Education Support; Conference Highlights Benefits of Mobile Integrated Healthcare Programs and Reviews State Application Process

Read More
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

2026

Advocacy Materials

Reports

2026 Connecticut Hospitals Today

2026 Community Benefit Report

2024 CHA Hospital Financial Health Report

2024 Kaufman Hall Analysis – Current State of Connecticut Hospital Finances

EY Report Summary – 2025

Community Benefits Provided by Tax-Exempt Hospitals in Connecticut – May 2025

The Value of Tax Exemption and Community Benefits Among Tax-Exempt Hospitals in Connecticut – May 2025

Fact Sheets and Handouts

2026 Governor’s Tax on Hospitals Handout

What Is the Hospital Tax Fact Sheet

Connecticut Public Option Fact Sheet

CHA Statewide Strategy To Improve Maternal Health

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2026 CT Hospitals By the Numbers Combo Infographic

2026 Connecticut Hospitals Today Infographic

2026 Benefits to Communities Infographic

2026 Economic Impact Analysis Infographic

‘A Patient Journey Supported By Artificial Intelligence’ Infographic

How Facility Fees Support Care and Your Care Team

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Federal Advocacy

Caring for Connecticut Federal Advocacy Fact Sheet – May 2025

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