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State lawmakers passed more than 1,000 bills during the 2021 regular legislative session, many of which impact hospitals and health systems. THA members are encouraged to download THA’s 2021 New Health Care Laws to stay up-to-date and comply with the new major health care laws from the 87th Texas Legislature. ContactSteve Wohleb, J.D., general counsel, 512/465-1577Heather De La Garza, assistant…
During its 140-day legislative session, the 86th Texas Legislature passed more than 1,500 bills, many of which impact how hospitals manage their operations and deliver care in their communities. THA’s legal and advocacy staff developed two resources to keep members apprised of and in compliance with the new health care laws from the 2019 legislative session. ContactSteve Wohleb, J.D., general…
The 85th Texas Legislature convened twice in 2017 – for the regular legislative session and for a special session called by Gov. Greg Abbott in July. A number of new laws were passed that will impact how hospitals manage their operations and deliver care in their communities. Of the approximately 7,200 bills filed in both sessions, the Texas Hospital Association…
Data are a key component to each of these initiatives. But the true improvement work happens in collaboration, education, consultation and disruption of old patterns and habits. And that involves relationships, trust and on-the-ground support. Reducing Preventable Maternal Mortality Through TexasAIM Promoting the health of mothers and babies also is a priority for Texas hospitals and public health advocates alike.…
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The Texas Hospital Association communicates urgent information to member hospitals using “action alerts” or “information alerts” that are sent via email and push notification from THA’s Advocacy App. In addition to alerting members about important issues or calls to action, the alerts provide valuable background information on specific issues of interest.
Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Carrie Kroll, THA’s vice president of advocacy, quality & public health, testified before the Texas Public Health Committee on March 10 on Texas hospitals’ preparedness and response to COVID-19 as well as concerns about testing capability, PPE, staffing and financial support. Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Donna Boatright, CEO, Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital in Sweetwater, and Brent…
Thursday, May 20, 2021 Steve Wohleb, J.D., THA’s senior vice president and general counsel, testified May 20 before the Senate Committee on Jurisprudence in support of THA priority HB 2709, which would streamline the process for clinicians to request an order of protective custody and expedite access to emergency inpatient psychiatric treatment for individuals experiencing a psychiatric crisis. Wednesday, May…
Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021 Steve Wohleb, J.D., general counsel and senior vice president of legal and regulatory compliance for THA, testified Oct. 14 before the Senate Committee on State Affairs against SB 51, relating to COVID-19 vaccination mandates. The legislation requires that any law, policy or other measure requiring an individual in Texas to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to enter…
