Congressional Letter to Protect and Strengthen Medicaid

Children's Hospital Association urges Congress to protect and strengthen Medicaid.

As the 119th Congress gets underway, Children’s Hospital Association (CHA) sent a letter urging congressional leadership to protect and strengthen children’s access to life-saving health care by passing the Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act, preventing pending Medicaid DSH cuts, and considering the impact of any Medicaid policy changes on children.

Medicaid and CHIP offer essential health care coverage to 37 million children, and it is vital to ensuring our nation’s children are healthy and able to thrive into adulthood.

Related Content

CHA Submits Statement in Response to House Ways and Means Health Subcommittee Hearing

Ensuring that children can access timely, specialized care requires continued federal commitment for a strong and sustainable pediatric workforce.

March 11, 2026

Federal Funding Gaps Leave Children Waiting for Specialty Care

Report links Medicaid underpayment and structural funding problems for training to access gaps – and outlines targeted federal reforms.

March 10, 2026

Pediatrics Isn’t Adult Care — And Workforce Policy Should Reflect That

Children rely on a highly specialized workforce, yet policies continue to be built around adult care models. To protect access for kids, CHA offers pediatric‑specific solutions.

March 10, 2026