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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.

With only a few days left in the legislative session, the Pennsylvania General Assembly this week advanced several bills addressing the health care workforce, maternal health, insurance coverage, and changes in state agencies.

In a letter today, HAP and the Pennsylvania hospital community strongly opposed legislation that would create new regulatory burdens for hospitals while threatening access to care.

The House Energy and Commerce Committee this week advanced a two-year extension of pandemic-era Medicare telehealth flexibilities that were set to expire at the end of the year.

Today is National Voter Registration Day, a nonpartisan civic holiday dedicated to celebrating our democracy.

The Shapiro administration recently announced the commonwealth’s new initiative to develop a maternal health strategic plan. The plan, announced during an event last month, seeks to address disparities in care and ensure pregnant women have access to the prenatal and postpartum care they need to live healthy lives.

This year, HAP and Pennsylvania’s hospitals are encouraging staff, patients, and their communities to get ready for the November 5 election.