Federal

Upcoming Events

Sunflower Health Network Board Meeting - Jan. 9

The Sunflower Health Network is a not-for-profit organization that consists of 26 counties located primarily in North Central and North West Kansas. Sunflower Health Network's (SHN) specific purpose is to improve the population's health status. The 26 member hospitals, in conjunction with their medical staff, have developed a network that fosters cooperation and coordination. The priority has been to enhance the integration of health-related services among the SHN member communities.

Quality Corner Call - Jan. 10

Quality Corner Calls are offered by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and Healthworks and focus on quality improvement activities consistent with the Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility Grant Program.

KHA Board Meeting - Jan. 22

KHA has a 21-member board of directors. They meet at least five times a year. Each board member holds three-year terms, with a two-term limit. The board has a composition of members from all geographic areas of Kansas all sizes and types of member hospitals are represented. The board also includes two hospital trustees and two physician members. Other participants include American Hospital Association delegate.

KHA's Advocacy Day - Jan. 23

Advocacy is at the heart of every service KHA provides for our members. Whether we are educating, advocating or relationship-building, we look for ways to assist policymakers at the federal, state and local levels in understanding the implications of the policies being discussed.

KHSC Board Meeting - Jan. 28

KHSC is a wholly owned subsidiary of KHA. Therefore, a secondary objective of KHSC is to support KHA in meeting its mission of serving hospitals. Its mission is to provide enhanced value to KHA members by evaluating and endorsing selected vendors of services needed by the KHA membership. KHSC will be a valuable resource to Kansas healthcare facilities and the Kansas Hospital Association as they serve their constituents.

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Federal

Audrey Dunkel

Vice President Government Relations

adunkel@kha-net.org

(785) 233-7436, Ext. 116

Thank you for visiting the KHA’s U.S. Congressional Advocacy page. Please check back regularly for updates and other important federal advocacy information. Included below are links to contact information and biographies for the Kansas Congressional delegation. We appreciate your voice and support as we advance legislation ensuring outstanding health care and a robust workforce.

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The Kansas U.S. Congressional Delegation includes:

Senator Jerry Moran
Party: Republican
Hometown: Manhattan

Senator Roger Marshall
Party; Republican
Hometown: Great Bend

Representative Tracey Mann
Party: Republican
District: 1st
Hometown: Quinter

Representative Jake LaTurner
Party: Republican
District: 2nd
Hometown: Galena

Representative Sharice Davids
Party: Democrat
District: 3rd
Hometown: Leavenworth

Representative Ron Estes
Party: Republican
District: 4th
Hometown: Wichita

Contact Your State and Federal Representative

Download your Kansas 2024 Congressional Delegation Contact List today!

Learn about Kansas Priorities Issues

This issue brief discusses issues important to Kansas on the federal level.

Federal Fiscal Year 2024 Earmark Requests

Senator Jerry Moran FY 2024 Non-Defense Support Request Form

American Hospital Association

Advocacy efforts are conducted by the American Hospital Association in addition to the Kansas Hospital Association. Visit AHA's Advocacy and Representation page and stay up-to-date with the latest public sector activities regarding the health care workforce and work environment