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Sens. Padilla and Feinstein Urge FEMA to Disburse COVID-19 Reimbursements
On Sept. 20, U.S. Sens. Alex Padilla and Dianne Feinstein wrote to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) urging the agency to swiftly disburse reimbursements for emergency protective measures taken by hospitals to combat COVID-19. CHA thanks the senators for their commitment to ensuring hospitals receive these essential funds.
Honor Loved Ones on the Remembrance Wall at the Disaster Planning Conference
The 2022 Disaster Planning Conference, set for Sept. 13-14 at the Pasadena Convention Center, is offering something new this year.
Multiple Sessions at CHA’s Disaster Planning Conference Highlight Active Threats
Recognizing that hospitals are not immune to public shootings and the role they play in caring for victims, this year’s Disaster Planning Conference, set for Sept. 13-14 in Pasadena, will feature several sessions on active threats in hospitals.
CHA to Host Webinar on FEMA Public Assistance Expedited Payment Process
In partnership with Region 9 of the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the California Office of Emergency Services, CHA is hosting a webinar on Aug. 22 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (PT) that will provide an overview of the public assistance expedited payment process.
CHA Responds to Proposed Methodology for Preventing Duplication of FEMA Benefits
On Aug. 9, CHA sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in response to the agency’s proposed process and draft methodology for reviewing hospital public assistance projects for potential duplication of benefits with patient care revenue.
Federal Public Health Emergency Extended Until Mid-October
On July 15, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) renewed the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) declaration for another 90 days, extending it until Oct. 13.
Authority for EMSA Staffing and CDPH Space Waivers Extended
A new executive order from Gov. Gavin Newsom extends indefinitely the authority for two departments to provide key flexibilities:
CHA Seeks Extension of EMSA and CDPH Waivers Until Sept. 30
CHA is seeking the extension of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) COVID-19 waivers from June 30 to Sept. 30.
HHS Urged to Continue Public Health Emergency
The American Hospital Association (AHA) and other national health care organizations urged U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra to continue the public health emergency (PHE) until it is clear that the global pandemic has waned.