About 2030 Seismic Requirements
By mid-2026, all California hospitals will have met the state’s stringent life safety seismic standards, making them among the safest buildings in the state. Hospitals will stand after an earthquake, people will be safe, and hospitals will work with their communities to protect patients’ access to health care. Hospitals face another deadline of Jan. 1, 2030, for more requirements. Any hospital building that does not meet these will be forced to close and patient care will cease. California must prioritize access to patient care.
Hearing Set for CHA-Sponsored Seismic Relief Bill
What’s happening: CHA’s sponsored legislation that would provide relief from California’s 2030 seismic construction mandates passed the Senate Health Committee last week on an 11-0 vote. Senate Bill (SB) 1432 is now set for a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on May 6.
What else to know: The chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee is the primary author of the bill, Sen. Anna Caballero (D-Merced).
Big Week for State Health Policy Advocacy
This week, all four of CHA’s state advocacy priorities converged in Sacramento, with significant developments on each. Sharing a brief recap of this week’s activities and next steps.
CHA Issues Member Alerts on Critical Access Hospital, Seismic Legislation
What’s happening: CHA urges members to show support for Senate Bill (SB) 1423, which would provide financial relief to critical access hospitals, and SB 1432, which would modify 2030 seismic standards to address hospital compliance challenges.
What else to know: Information below details action to take, timing, and resources for hospitals that want to show their support for this critical legislation.
Infographic: Without Reform to Seismic Standards, Access is at Risk
Issue Brief: Without Legislative Reform, Access to Health Care is at Risk
Hospitals need time to meet seismic standards and be able to maintain patient care.
Key Messages: Hospitals are Safe for Earthquakes
Hospitals should not be forced to prioritize construction over patient care.
Seismic Legislation Updates Webinar
Join us for this webinar to hear more details on the solutions CHA is working on to ensure access to health care for all Californians is protected.
What You Need to Know to Meet Upcoming Seismic Reporting Deadlines Webinar
Register now for this informative webinar and get the answers your hospital needs to complete your 2030 seismic reports on time.
Seismic Survey Results and Campaign Briefing
CHA has launched a community engagement and education campaign to help lawmakers understand the critical need to provide hospitals with relief from the 2030 seismic requirements.