Capitol Comments Newsletter – January 17, 2024

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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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January 17, 2024

House Committee on Commerce, Labor and Economic Development Meets
Yesterday, the House Committee on Commerce, Labor and Economic Development met for the first time this session.

House Social Services Budget Committee Hears from KDHE
Yesterday, the House Social Services Budget Committee heard from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment on their budget enhancements that are included in the governor's 2024 budget proposal.

Senate Public Health and Welfare Hears Palliative Care Presentation
Today, the Senate Public Health and Welfare Committee heard the introduction of bills, a presentation on palliative care and an overview of 2024 legislative priorities.

Senate Financial Institutions
Today, the Senate Financial Institutions and Insurance committeeheard from Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt.

Medicaid Expansion Bills Introduced
Today, the governor’s Medicaid expansion bills were introduced to the House Appropriations and Senate Ways and Means Committees.

Legislative Post Audit Committee Meets
Today, the Legislative Post Audit Committee elected new leadership and heard an overview of information systems for state agencies and school districts.

House Health and Human Services Hear From EMS
Today, the House Health and Human Services committee heard an update on EMS.

Introduction of Bills
SB 338, SB 346, SB 350, HB 2487, HB 2488, HB 2494, HB 2478, HB 2484, HB 2508

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