Capitol Comments for Monday, March 2, 2026

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The Kansas Small Hospital Improvement Program (SHIP) is a federal-supported program to support small rural hospitals activities related to quality improvement and investments towards meaningful use of health information technology.

Administrative Assistants Educational Program - March 4

This free, interactive session will focus on exchanging best practices, brainstorming and sharing valuable tips. Active participation is encouraged.

Critical Issues Summit - March 5-6

The Critical Issues Summit brings together hospital leadership and trustees from across the state and promotes the importance of good governance practices. This event provides top-notch speakers, educational sessions and discussions on the most critical topics facing hospitals today.

Health Innovations Network of Kansas Board Meeting - March 9

For more information about this meeting, please contact Sarah Gideon, Executive Director, HINK, at (785) 364-6063 or sgideon@stormontvail.org.

Healthworks Board Meeting - March 11

Healthworks has a 13-member board of directors. KHA is the sole member of Healthworks. The directors are KHA members and others who support the vision and values of the Foundation. Since 1969, Healthworks has played an important role in helping KHA achieve its mission and vision.

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March 2, 2026

Kansas House of Representatives Loses Sitting Legislator

The Kansas House of Representatives is mourning the loss of one of its members.

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House Local Government Hears Taxing Body Bill

The House Local Government Committee heard testimony on House Bill 2769 today.

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House Commerce Committee Hears Nurse Educators Bill

The House Commerce Committee held a hearing today on Senate Bill 334, facilitating nursing workforce development.

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House Health Committee Holds Informational Conversations

The House Health Committee heard information today about maternal health and area agencies on aging.

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House Insurance Committee Holds Informational Hearing on PBM Reform

The House Insurance Committee will hold a hearing today on Senate Bill 360 and federal law.

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