Hospital Supplier Diversity Plans Due July 1
What’s happening: Hospital Supplier Diversity Plans must be submitted to the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) by July 1 for the reporting period ending Dec. 31, 2025.
DIR Releases Updated Draft Plume Rules; Comments Due June 1
What’s happening: On April 24, the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) posted the latest draft regulations for occupational exposure to surgical smoke (plume) in health care. The comment period ends on June 1.
Ahead of June 1 Deadline for Psych Staffing Ratios, CDPH Accepting Program Flex Requests
What’s happening: As the June 1 deadline for free-standing acute psychiatric hospitals staffing ratios approaches, CHA is continuing conversations and advocacy with the California Health and Human Services Agency and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to urge adjustments to the department’s draft regulations.
In Comments on Proposed APOT Regulations, CHA Urges Stronger Collaboration and Accurate Data Publication
What’s happening: Last week, CHA submitted comments to the Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) on the proposed Chapter 1.2 Ambulance Patient Offload Time (APOT) regulations, which implement provisions of Assembly Bill (AB) 40 (2023).
Hospital APOT Reduction Protocols Due June 30
What’s happening: As a reminder, all hospitals must submit an ambulance patient offload time (APOT) reduction protocol — required under Assembly Bill (AB) 40 (2023) — to the Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) annually on or before June 30. CHA recommends hospitals submit their protocols as soon as possible.
2025 Legislative Wrap-up
Don’t miss CHA’s upcoming webinar — your essential guide to navigating new health care laws and regulations. This interactive session is designed to give you a clear, actionable understanding of the latest legislative updates that could impact your operations. Our expert panel will cover key 2024 legislation, highlight crucial deadlines, and answer your pressing questions, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities ahead.