HAP's Latest News

The HAP Board of Directors met virtually last week and approved a health care Access Agenda that will guide HAP’s advocacy for hospitals during 2025–2026.  

HAPAC remains the only political action committee in Pennsylvania focused on advancing and protecting hospital priorities. As our political opposition grows, it’s crucial we continue to grow with them to not lose ground.

Hospitals throughout Pennsylvania and nationally will start 2025 with evolving challenges and a new political landscape to navigate.

Pennsylvania’s rural hospitals support more than three million Pennsylvanians across the commonwealth—and their impact goes far beyond patient care.

The 2025–2026 General Assembly has taken shape this week with both parties electing a new class of leaders for the upcoming session.

Pennsylvania is the epicenter of closely contested presidential and congressional elections and there’s plenty on the line at the state level, as well. Those interested in voting by mail should submit an application online or in-person today.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) this week announced investments of more than $3.2 million to combat the drug-related overdose epidemic.

Pennsylvania’s hospitals are investing in programs to address housing needs in their communities and support social determinants of health.

HAP's Board of Directors met in Philadelphia last week to discuss new initiatives to bolster HAP’s advocacy for you. Here are a few of the key topics from the October meeting.

In a new letter, HAP and the Pennsylvania hospital community strongly opposed new state legislation related to mergers and acquisitions.