About Hospital Operations
Hospitals are grappling with staffing shortages, financial shortfalls, and extensive oversight and regulation. One in five hospitals is at risk of closure, yet hospitals remain committed to maintaining the care communities rely on and supporting the state’s health care workforce. To do this, hospitals are actively working with legislators and policymakers to find innovative and efficient ways to deliver care to all Californians.
CHA, CDPH to Host Nov. 4 Leadership Updates and District Sessions
What’s happening: On Nov. 4 from 1 to 3 p.m. (PT), CHA and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) will host a members-only CDPH Leadership Updates and District Sessions webinar.
CHA Supports Bill to Improve Reporting of Real-Time ICU Bed Availability
What’s happening: CHA sent a letter in support of the Improving Care Utilization through Bed Exchange and Data Sharing Act of 2026 (ICU Bed Act of 2026) (H.R. 8271), which was introduced by Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-CA-23).
CDPH Reminds Facilities About Reporting Requirements During Planned Power Outages
What’s happening: The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has released All Facilities Letter 26-29, which reminds facilities of their reporting obligations during planned Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events.
2027 Labor Law Updates
CHA’s 2026 Report on State Legislation Highlights Implications for Hospitals
What’s happening: On Wednesday, CHA released the 2026 Report on State Legislation, designed to help hospitals navigate the many health care-related bills the governor has signed into law.
CHA Urges Practical Approach to Implementation of Weapons Detection Screening Regulations
What’s happening: CHA has submitted comments to the Cal/OSHA Standards Board on the draft regulations to implement the weapons detection screening required under Assembly Bill 2975.
Join Webinar to Learn More About the Make Hospital Food Healthier Pledge
What’s happening: On Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. (PT), the American Hospital Association (AHA) will host a webinar featuring representatives from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), who will discuss the voluntary Make Hospital Food Healthier Pledge and how hospitals can participate.
AB 1199, Which Lets Hospitals Extend Medical Staff Reappointment Cycle, Is Now Law
What’s happening: Gov. Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 1199 (Patterson, R-Rocklin), which allows hospitals to extend the medical staff reappointment cycle from two years to three years.
California DOJ Hosting Webinar Today on Responding to Encounters with Immigration Authorities
What’s happening: The California Department of Justice (DOJ) is hosting a webinar at 1:30 p.m. (PT) today to share updated guidance and model policies for health care facilities on how to respond to interactions with immigration authorities.
CHA Alert: Urge Cal/OSHA to Change Misguided Weapons Screening Regulations
What’s happening: On Monday, CHA issued an alert asking members to write to the Cal/OSHA Standards Board and urge changes to proposed regulations implementing Assembly Bill 2975, which requires hospitals to conduct weapons detection screenings at entrances to their facilities.