State Advocacy
The Texas Hospital Association understands health care’s complexities – and has the strength and relationships to make things happen. From the capitol to regulatory agencies, THA represents the interests of its member hospitals/health systems. With in-depth knowledge of the issues that matter most to Texas hospitals, THA is frequently asked to provide expert testimony and help craft rules to implement recently passed legislation.
THA Resources
- Voter Registration Toolkit - 2010 is an election year! By sponsoring voter registration and get-out-the-vote activities, hospitals can help mobilize Texas’ more than 355,000 hospital employees and make them influential participants in the General Election in November.
- Resources for Hosting a Legislative Visit - This toolkit includes tips and talking points for hosting a successful legislative visit at your hospital.
- The Health Care Crisis in Texas: Rx for the Future, 2009 (PDF) This 16-page resource book provides facts and figures about the challenges facing Texas’ health care system.
- 81st Texas Legislature - Texas hospitals commend state legislators for addressing these issues during the 2009 state legislative session. Check out THA's 2009 legislative session wrap-up
for details on specific legislation impacting hospitals. - For a comprehensive reference guide on all major health-related legislation passed by the 81st Texas Legislature in 2009, order THA’s New Health Care Laws manual/CD-ROM.
Texas Legislature
- Texas Legislature Online - Find out who represents you in the Texas Legislature, track legislation and more.
- Texas Senate Interim Charges
- Texas House of Representatives Interim Committee Charges
HOSPAC
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HOSPAC works hand-in-hand with the Texas Hospital Association and its member hospitals to build vital relationships with lawmakers. LEARN more
