Federal Advocate for April 28, 2026

Upcoming Events

Watch for more information closer to the date of the event. For more information, contact Dee Lewis at dlewis@kha-net.org

New CEO Orientation - July 23-24

This event brings together health care CEOs new to their position in Kansas or those wanting a refresher on the services KHA offers.

KCMHC Training: Clinical Faculty Academy - July 28-29

For more information on this event, contact Brett Morehouse at brett.moorehouse@allianceweb.org, bmoorehouse@mohospitals.org or (913) 327-8730.

Midwest Managed Care Symposium - Aug. 3–4

Join us August 34 in Kansas City for The Midwest Managed Care Symposium, a two-day, multi-state convening of hospital finance, reimbursement and managed care leaders focused on the evolving payer landscape. Bringing together organizations from across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas, the symposium provides timely insights on regulatory changes, price transparency, contracting strategies and reimbursement trends.

Health Innovations Network of Kansas Board Meeting - Aug. 4

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

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April 28, 2026

House Ways and Means Examines Health Care Costs with System CEOs

House Ways and Means members heard from health system CEOs today on rising health care costs and affordability challenges. Hospital leaders emphasized workforce shortages, increasing expenses, and the need for balanced policy solutions that preserve access to care.

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Capitol Comments Articles

Bethell Committee Holds First Post-Session Meeting

(May 7, 2026) – Yesterday, the Bob Bethell Joint Committee on Home and Community Based Services met for the first time following the 2026 legislative session.

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What You Need to Know: Week 4 of the FIFA World Cup 26™ Kansas City

(July 10, 2026) – As Kansas City prepares for its second and last FIFA World Cup 26™ knockout match this Saturday, July 11, local providers remain ready to meet the region’s needs. Here are this week’

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KHA Encourages Kansans to Celebrate Hospital Week

(May 4, 2026) – Next week, the Kansas Hospital Association will be joining our members in celebrating hospitals, health systems and the individuals who support the health and well-being of their communities.

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