Advocacy Tools
Children’s hospitals may access resources like toolkits, talking points, legislative materials and more to build and strengthen their issue advocacy capacity.
Everything You Need to Know About the ACE Kids Act
The ACE Kids Act was signed into law as part of a package of Medicaid bills, the Medicaid Services Investment and Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1839).
Children's Hospital Association Shares Recommendations With CMS to Mitigate Impact of H.R. 1 on Kids
As major Medicaid providers, children’s hospitals rely on state directed payments (SDPs) to ensure access to care for children.
Children's Hospital Association's End of the Year Appropriations Letter
In order to secure America’s future, children’s health must be a national priority.
CHA and Children’s Hospitals Urge Support for TRICARE Payment Adjustment
The provision would establish a more appropriate payment adjustment within the TRICARE program for outpatient services provided to children of service members by children’s hospitals.
CHA Submits Letter on Prioritizing Pediatric Medical Research in FY26 Appropriations
In collaboration with other pediatrics-focused organizations, CHA submitted a letter highlighting FY26 appropriations requests related to federal funding for pediatric medical research.
CHA Submits Comments in Response to Medicaid Provider Tax Proposed Rule
Provider taxes are important mechanisms used to fund programs and support providers that treat a large volume of Medicaid patients, including children’s hospitals.
Children’s Groups Submit Joint Comments on ACA Marketplace Affordability and Integrity Proposed Rule
Insurance coverage for children should ensure access to timely, affordable, high-quality, and age-appropriate health care that meets their unique needs.
CHA Urges House of Representatives to Vote ‘No’ on Reconciliation Bill
The final bill up for a vote in the House pushes Medicaid cuts too far, will hurt children’s care.
CHA Urges ‘No’ Vote on Reconciliation Bill and Medicaid Cuts
The final Senate budget reconciliation bill goes much further to cut Medicaid and children’s health care access.
CHA Urges Senators to Oppose Reconciliation Bill That Hurts Children’s Care
The latest bill language includes significant cuts to Medicaid which threaten access to care for all American children.
