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(H.R. 5378) Lower Costs, More Transparency Act - Urged Congress to reject policies that reduce reimbursements under the Medicare program, especially site-neutral proposals. Urged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to revise its proposed rule for Medicaid managed care programs. The proposed rule includes significant provisions related to state directed payments (SDPs), supplemental payments states can utilize for managed care. Urged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) CMS to continue providing vital information about Medicaid redeterminations, including making information and data pertaining to Medicaid renewals publicly available and to work with states to provide information about Medicaid beneficiaries whose coverage has been reinstated after being previously terminated, as well as breaking the information down by race and ethnicity. (H.R. 5138) - Improving Access Medicare Coverage Act - Expressed support for the Improving Access Medicare Coverage Act. This legislation will make days spent in observation count towards Medicare's three-day inpatient stay requirement for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) coverage. Urged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to take action to prevent millions of Medicaid beneficiaries from losing coverage as states begin unwinding the temporary Medicaid provisions in place during the pandemic. (H.R. 2665) - Supporting Safety Net Hospitals Act - Expressed support for the Supporting Safety Net Hospitals Act. The legislation would address spending cuts to Medicaid DSH payments. Urged Congress to address the Medicaid disproportionate share hospital (DSH) cuts scheduled to begin in fiscal year (FY) 2024.
Urged Congress to make essential telehealth flexibilities permanent well before the statutory deadline of Dec. 31, 2024. (S. 3410/H.R. 5796) The Protecting Rural Seniors' Access to Care Act - Expressed support for the Protecting Rural Seniors' Access to Care Act. This legislation would prohibit HHS from finalizing a proposed nursing home staffing requirement rule and establish an advisory panel on nursing home staffing. (H.R. 3226/S.1573) The PREMIE Reauthorization Act - Expressed support for the PREMIE Reauthorization Act. This legislation would reauthorize essential maternal and infant health programs and research at a time when maternal and infant death rates, especially in communities of color, have increased dramatically. (2584/S.2768) The Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees Act - Expressed support for the Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees Act. This legislation would address rising incidents of violence in healthcare settings by establishing stronger legal penalties for people who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees. (H.R. 5568) The Care for Moms Act - Expressed support for the Care for Moms Act. This legislation supports the maternal health workforce, promotes access to prenatal and postpartum care, and provides essential resources to providers in rural areas. Supports legislation on Proposed Nursing Home Staffing Requirements that prohibits the HHS Secretary from finalizing a proposed nursing home staffing rule. (H.R. 4771) - Children's Health Insurance Program Permanency (CHIPP) Act - Expressed support for the Children's Health Insurance Program Permanency (CHIPP) Act. This legislation would make the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) permanent and place it on par with other federal public health insurance programs rather than needing periodic reauthorization. (S. 2415/H.R. 3838) - Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023 - Expressed support for Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023. This legislation continues crucial federal support for the state-based maternal mortality review committees (MMRCs) that review pregnancy-related deaths to identify causes and make recommendations for the prevention of future mortalities. Provided the Senate with information regarding the 340B program and expressed strong support for continuing to strengthen and protect this vital program. Urged Congress to provide a $1 billion increase for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Urged Congress to provide $100 million for the Surveillance for Emerging Threats to Mothers and Babies (SET-NET) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Provided written testimony for the House and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing on Examining Existing Federal Programs to Build a Strong Health Workforce and Improve Primary Care. The testimony recommended several actions and pieces of legislation to assist health providers in hiring and retaining workers. (H.R. 2389) - Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act - Expressed support for the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act. (H.R. 3290) - To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure transparency and oversight of the 340B drug discount program-Expressed opposition. (H.R. 3561) Section 302 - Expressed opposition to Section 302. This legislative provision would reduce payments for the drug administration services furnished in off-campus provider-based departments. Urged Congress to support access to quality palliative care and appropriate effective pain management by prioritizing a Palliative Care, Trans-Institute Strategy by the National Institute of Aging (NIA) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. Urged Congress to increase funding for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) as part of the Community Health Center Fund reauthorization. (S.2243) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). Urged Congress to support the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act. This legislation would address the palliative care workforce shortage and help respond to pressing issues including appropriate pain management and pandemic preparedness.
Urged the Administration to abandon any effort to detain families in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities and urged the Department of Homeland Security to utilize immigration enforcement practices with the presumption that detention is generally neither appropriate nor necessary for families or children. Urged Congress to enact legislation that provides permanent protections for Dreamers who came to the U.S. as children, built their lives here, and are American in every way except for their immigration status. Their contributions to the U.S. health and biomedical workforce are invaluable, particularly to the individual patients they serve on a daily basis but are threatened by judicial uncertainty and regulatory impermanence.
(H.R. 3577) - Medical and Stockpile Accountability Act - Expressed support for the Medical and Stockpile Accountability Act. The legislation would require the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) to establish an automated supply chain tracking application that provides insight into critical medical supplies across the country.
Urged Congress to approve the full authorized level of tobacco user fees and oppose any efforts to weaken or alter the Food and Drug Administrations authority over tobacco products.
Urged Congress to increase funding for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
(H.R. 5856) The Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2023. Expressed support for the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2023. This legislation would help prevent re-exploitation of trafficking survivors and facilitate their integration or reintegration into society through social services and award trafficking prevention education grants to organizations that work to protect children from labor trafficking, sexual exploitation, and abuse.

Duration: November 1, 2007 to present

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Bills mentioned

H.R.1628: American Health Care Act of 2017

Sponsor: Diane Black (R-Tenn.)

H.R.3921: HEALTHY KIDS Act

Sponsor: Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas)

S.1827: KIDS Act of 2017

Sponsor: Orrin G. Hatch (R-Utah)

H.R.1676: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.)

S.639: HOME Act

Sponsor: Rob Portman (R-Ohio)

H.R.2797: Patient Choice and Quality Care Act of 2017

Sponsor: Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.)

S.1334: Patient Choice and Quality Care Act of 2017

Sponsor: Mark Warner (D-Va.)

S.1850: Protecting Jessica Grubb's Legacy Act

Sponsor: Joe Manchin III (D-W.Va.)

H.R.644: Conscience Protection Act of 2017

Sponsor: Diane Black (R-Tenn.)

S.301: Conscience Protection Act of 2017

Sponsor: James Lankford (R-Okla.)

H.R.3440: Dream Act of 2017

Sponsor: Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.)

S.1615: Dream Act of 2017

Sponsor: Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.)

H.R.1815: Protecting Sensitive Locations Act

Sponsor: Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.)

S.845: Protecting Sensitive Locations Act

Sponsor: Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.)

H.R.496: BRIDGE Act

Sponsor: Mike Coffman (R-Colo.)

S.128: BRIDGE Act

Sponsor: Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.)

S.304: Tribal Veterans Health Care Enhancement Act

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.5273: Helping Hospitals Improve Patient Care Act of 2016

Sponsor: Pat Tiberi (R-Ohio)

S.3129: A bill to provide for the extension of the enforcement instruction on...

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.5613: CAH Act of 2016

Sponsor: Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.)

H.R.4725: Common Sense Savings Act of 2016

Sponsor: Joe Pitts (R-Pa.)

S.1549: Care Planning Act of 2015

Sponsor: Mark Warner (D-Va.)

H.R.34: 21st Century Cures Act

Sponsor: Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.)

S.607: Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Extension Act of 2015

Sponsor: Charles E. Grassley (R-Iowa)

H.R.1877: Mental Health First Aid Act of 2016

Sponsor: Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.)

H.R.5456: Family First Prevention Services Act of 2016

Sponsor: Vern Buchanan (R-Fla.)

H.R.3119: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.)

S.2680: Mental Health Reform Act of 2016

Sponsor: Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.)

H.R.2646: Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2016

Sponsor: Tim Murphy (R-Pa.)

S.304: Conscience Protection Act of 2016

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.4731: Refugee Program Integrity Restoration Act of 2016

Sponsor: Raúl Labrador (R-Idaho)

H.R.2578: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016

Sponsor: John Culberson (R-Texas)

H.R.2513: PACE Act of 2015

Sponsor: Sam Johnson (R-Texas)

H.R.3762: To provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 2002 of the concurrent...

Sponsor: Tom Price (R-Ga.)

S.697: Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act

Sponsor: Tom Udall (D-N.M.)

S.1945: Mental Health Reform Act of 2015

Sponsor: Bill Cassidy (R-La.)

S.CON.RES.11: An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget...

Sponsor: Michael B. Enzi (R-Wyo.)

H.R.2: Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015

Sponsor: Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas)

H.R.1314: Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015

Sponsor: Pat Meehan (R-Pa.)

S.744: Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act

Sponsor: Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.)

S.1555: DSH Reduction Relief Act of 2013

Sponsor: Roger Wicker (R-Miss.)

H.R.1920: DSH Reduction Relief Act of 2013

Sponsor: John Lewis (D-Ga.)

S.2110: Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014

Sponsor: Ron Wyden (D-Ore.)

S.569: Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2013

Sponsor: Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio)

H.R.1179: Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2013

Sponsor: Joe Courtney (D-Conn.)

S.641: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Ron Wyden (D-Ore.)

H.R.1339: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.1666: Patient Centered Quality Care for Life Act

Sponsor: Emanuel Cleaver II (D-Mo.)

S.2800: Patient Centered Quality Care for Life Act

Sponsor: Mark Begich (D-Alaska)

S.143: Health Care Provider and Hospital Conscience Protection Act

Sponsor: Bob Casey (D-Pa.)

S.847: Safe Chemicals Act of 2011

Sponsor: Frank R. Lautenberg (D-N.J.)

S.2193: Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients

Sponsor: Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.)

H.CON.RES.112: Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year...

Sponsor: Paul D. Ryan (R-Wis.)

S.1489: Health Care Provider and Hospital Conscience Protection Act

Sponsor: Bob Casey (D-Pa.)

H.R.358: Protect Life Act

Sponsor: Joe Pitts (R-Pa.)

H.R.361: Abortion Non-Discrimination Act of 2011

Sponsor: John Fleming (R-La.)

H.R.1852: Children's Hospital GME Support Reauthorization Act of 2011

Sponsor: Joe Pitts (R-Pa.)

H.R.3630: Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012

Sponsor: Dave Camp (R-Mich.)

H.R.2: Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act

Sponsor: Eric Cantor (R-Va.)

H.R.3590: Indonesian Family Refugee Protection Act

Sponsor: Carolyn B. Maloney (D-N.Y.)

S.2010: Social Security Fairness Act of 2011

Sponsor: John Kerry (D-Mass.)

H.R.3590: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Sponsor: Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.4872: Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010

Sponsor: John M. Spratt Jr. (D-S.C.)

S.1150: Advance Planning and Compassionate Care Act of 2009

Sponsor: John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.)

H.R.5950: Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2010

Sponsor: Joe Courtney (D-Conn.)

S.2010: A bill to suspend temporarily the duty on Daminozide.

Sponsor: Saxby Chambliss (R-Ga.)

H.R.4213: Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2010

Sponsor: Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.1: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Sponsor: David R. Obey (D-Wis.)

H.R.4782: Invasive Species Emergency Response Fund Act

Sponsor: Don Young (R-Alaska)

H.R.3962: Preservation of Access to Care for Medicare Beneficiaries and Pension...

Sponsor: John D. Dingell (D-Mich.)

S.697: Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act

Sponsor: Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.)

H.R.1721: Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act

Sponsor: Frank Pallone (D-N.J.)

S.683: Community Choice Act of 2009

Sponsor: Tom Harkin (D-Iowa)

S.1298: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010

Sponsor: Robert C. Byrd (D-W.Va.)

H.R.3293: Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and...

Sponsor: David R. Obey (D-Wis.)

H.R.3200: America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009

Sponsor: John D. Dingell (D-Mich.)

H.R.2496: Children's Health Insurance Accessibility Act of 2009

Sponsor: Patrick J. Murphy (D-Pa.)

S.1251: Senior Navigation and Planning Act of 2009

Sponsor: Mark Warner (D-Va.)

S.1263: Senior Navigation and Planning Act of 2009

Sponsor: Mark Warner (D-Va.)

S.245: Retooling the Health Care Workforce for an Aging America Act of 2009

Sponsor: Herb Kohl (D-Wis.)

H.R.468: Retooling the Health Care Workforce for an Aging America Act of 2009

Sponsor: Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.)

S.434: Empowered at Home Act of 2009

Sponsor: John Kerry (D-Mass.)

S.336: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Sponsor: Daniel K. Inouye (D-Hawaii)

S.350: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Sponsor: Max Baucus (D-Mont.)

H.R.2: Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009

Sponsor: Frank Pallone (D-N.J.)

S.275: Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009

Sponsor: Max Baucus (D-Mont.)

H.R.319: Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2009

Sponsor: Lincoln Diaz-Balart (R-Fla.)

H.R.7110: Job Creation and Unemployment Relief Act of 2008

Sponsor: David R. Obey (D-Wis.)

S.3604: Economic Recovery Act, 2008

Sponsor: Harry Reid (D-Nev.)

S.3688: A bill to provide for additional emergency unemployment compensation, to...

Sponsor: Harry Reid (D-Nev.)

H.R.1424: A bill to provide authority for the Federal Government to purchase and...

Sponsor: Patrick J. Kennedy (D-R.I.)

H.R.7067: Quality FIRST (From Incentives, Reporting, Standards, and Technology)...

Sponsor: Jason Altmire (D-Pa.)

H.R.319: Journey Through Hallowed Ground National Heritage Area Act

Sponsor: Frank R. Wolf (R-Va.)

S.764: Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007

Sponsor: Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.)

S.3730: Retooling the Health Care Workforce for an Aging America Act of 2008

Sponsor: Herb Kohl (D-Wis.)

H.R.1343: Health Care Safety Net Act of 2008

Sponsor: Gene Green (D-Texas)

S.1173: Freedom of Choice Act

Sponsor: Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.)

H.R.1964: Freedom of Choice Act

Sponsor: Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.)

S.334: Healthy Americans Act

Sponsor: Ron Wyden (D-Ore.)

S.J.RES.44: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter...

Sponsor: John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.)

H.R.5544: Patients and Public Health Partnership Act of 2008

Sponsor: Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas)

S.901: Health Care Safety Net Act of 2007

Sponsor: Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.)

H.R.4088: Secure America Through Verification and Enforcement Act of 2007

Sponsor: Heath Shuler (D-N.C.)

S.2523: National Affordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007

Sponsor: John Kerry (D-Mass.)

H.R.5613: Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008

Sponsor: John D. Dingell (D-Mich.)

S.2819: Economic Recovery in Health Care Act of 2008

Sponsor: John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.)

S.787: A bill to impose a 2-year moratorium on implementation of a proposed...

Sponsor: Mel Martinez (R-Fla.)

H.R.1480: To impose a 2-year moratorium on implementation of a proposed rule...

Sponsor: Ron Klein (D-Fla.)

H.R.2642: Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008

Sponsor: Chet Edwards (D-Texas)

S.3101: Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008

Sponsor: Max Baucus (D-Mont.)

H.R.6331: Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008

Sponsor: Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.3014: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2007

Sponsor: Hilda L. Solis (D-Calif.)

H.R.3533: Public and Teaching Hospital Preservation Act

Sponsor: Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.)

S.2460: A bill to extend by one year the moratorium on implementation of a rule...

Sponsor: Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.)

H.CON.RES.312: Revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for...

Sponsor: John M. Spratt Jr. (D-S.C.)

H.R.5142: Family Economic Stimulus Act of 2008

Sponsor: Phil English (R-Pa.)

H.CON.RES.99: Revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for...

Sponsor: John M. Spratt Jr. (D-S.C.)

S.CON.RES.21: An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget...

Sponsor: Kent Conrad (D-N.D.)

H.R.2206: U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq...

Sponsor: David R. Obey (D-Wis.)

S.1710: Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and...

Sponsor: Tom Harkin (D-Iowa)

H.J.RES.20: Revised Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007

Sponsor: David R. Obey (D-Wis.)

S.1340: Geriatric Assessment and Chronic Care Coordination Act of 2007

Sponsor: Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.)

H.R.2244: Geriatric Assessment and Chronic Care Coordination Act of 2007

Sponsor: Gene Green (D-Texas)

S.358: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007

Sponsor: Olympia J. Snowe (R-Maine)

H.R.493: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008

Sponsor: Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.)

H.R.2419: Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008

Sponsor: Collin C. Peterson (D-Minn.)

H.R.2791: Unique Device Identification System for Medical Devices Act of 2007

Sponsor: Darlene Hooley (D-Ore.)

S.325: Health Partnership Act

Sponsor: Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.)

S.2: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007

Sponsor: Harry Reid (D-Nev.)

H.R.2: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007

Sponsor: George Miller (D-Calif.)

S.1348: Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2007

Sponsor: Harry Reid (D-Nev.)

H.R.1645: STRIVE Act of 2007

Sponsor: Luis V. Gutiérrez (D-Ill.)

H.R.1308: Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007

Sponsor: Lincoln Diaz-Balart (R-Fla.)

S.1224: Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Reauthorization Act of 2007

Sponsor: John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.)

S.1102: Part D Equity for Low-Income Seniors Act of 2007

Sponsor: Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.)

S.1103: Helping Fill the Medicare Rx Gap Act of 2007

Sponsor: Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.)

S.1107: Home and Community Services Copayment Equity Act of 2007

Sponsor: Gordon Harold Smith (R-Ore.)

S.1108: Medicare Part D Outreach and Enrollment Enhancement Act of 2007

Sponsor: Gordon Harold Smith (R-Ore.)

S.751: Guaranteed Access to Medicaid for Newborns Act of 2007

Sponsor: Charles E. Grassley (R-Iowa)

S.543: Preserving Patient Access to Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals Act of 2007

Sponsor: Ben Nelson (D-Neb.)

S.895: Children's Health First Act

Sponsor: Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.)

H.R.1535: Children's Health First Act

Sponsor: John D. Dingell (D-Mich.)

S.450: Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2007

Sponsor: John Ensign (R-Nev.)

H.R.748: Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2007

Sponsor: Xavier Becerra (D-Calif.)

H.R.2147: Healthy Kids Act of 2007

Sponsor: Rahm Emanuel (D-Ill.)

S.401: Keep Children Covered Act of 2007

Sponsor: John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.)

S.3: Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007

Sponsor: Harry Reid (D-Nev.)

H.R.4: Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007

Sponsor: John D. Dingell (D-Mich.)

H.R.3759: RAISE Family Caregivers Act

Sponsor: Gregg Harper (R-Miss.)

H.R.3545: Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act

Sponsor: Tim Murphy (R-Pa.)

H.R.5795: Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act

Sponsor: Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.)

H.R.5797: Individuals in Medicaid Deserve Care that is Appropriate and Responsible...

Sponsor: Mimi Walters (R-Calif.)

H.R.5603: Access to Telehealth Services for Substance Use Disorders Act

Sponsor: Doris Matsui (D-Calif.)

H.R.3192: CHIP Mental Health Parity Act

Sponsor: Joseph P. Kennedy III (D-Mass.)

S.2899: CRIB Act

Sponsor: Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio)

S.2922: Help for Moms and Babies Act

Sponsor: Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.)

S.2898: Medication-Assisted Treatment Improvement Act

Sponsor: Bob Casey (D-Pa.)

S.2904: Medicaid Substance Use Disorder Treatment via Telehealth Act

Sponsor: Thomas R. Carper (D-Del.)

S.2910: TeleCAST Act

Sponsor: Pat Roberts (R-Kan.)

S.2901: eTREAT Act

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

S.2680: Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018

Sponsor: Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.)

H.R.6: SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act

Sponsor: Greg Walden (R-Ore.)

S.693: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.)

H.R.6082: Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act

Sponsor: Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.)

H.R.5306: EMPOWER Care Act

Sponsor: Brett Guthrie (R-Ky.)

S.2227: EMPOWER Care Act

Sponsor: Rob Portman (R-Ohio)

H.R.647: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.692: Pre-existing Conditions Protection Act of 2019

Sponsor: Greg Walden (R-Ore.)

H.R.8: Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019

Sponsor: Mike Thompson (D-Calif.)

S.42: Background Check Expansion Act

Sponsor: Christopher S. Murphy (D-Conn.)

S.183: Conscience Protection Act of 2019

Sponsor: James Lankford (R-Okla.)

H.R.6: American Dream and Promise Act of 2019

Sponsor: Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.)

H.R.3417: Beneficiary Education Tools, Telehealth, and Extenders Reauthorization...

Sponsor: Richard E. Neal (D-Mass.)

H.R.3439: PATIENTS Act

Sponsor: Donald Beyer (D-Va.)

H.R.3429: HEARTS and Rural Relief Act

Sponsor: Terri Sewell (D-Ala.)

H.R.3253: Sustaining Excellence in Medicaid Act of 2019

Sponsor: Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.)

H.R.1763: Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019

Sponsor: Terri Sewell (D-Ala.)

S.348: Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019

Sponsor: Robert Menendez (D-N.J.)

H.R.986: Protecting Americans with Preexisting Conditions Act of 2019

Sponsor: Ann McLane Kuster (D-N.H.)

H.R.1868: Health Care Affordability Act of 2019

Sponsor: Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.)

H.R.1425: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act

Sponsor: Angie Craig (D-Minn.)

H.R.987: Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act

Sponsor: Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.)

H.R.2062: Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act

Sponsor: Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.)

S.1895: Lower Health Care Costs Act

Sponsor: Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.)

H.R.2014: Conscience Protection Act of 2019

Sponsor: Andy Harris (R-Md.)

H.R.5: Equality Act

Sponsor: David Cicilline (D-R.I.)

H.R.3630: No Surprises Act

Sponsor: Frank Pallone (D-N.J.)

H.R.2328: Reauthorizing and Extending America’s Community Health Act

Sponsor: Tom O'Halleran (D-Ariz.)

S.2080: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.)

H.R.2146: GRACE Act

Sponsor: Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.)

S.1088: GRACE Act

Sponsor: Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.)

H.R.2214: NO BAN Act

Sponsor: Judy Chu (D-Calif.)

S.1123: NO BAN Act

Sponsor: Christopher A. Coons (D-Del.)

H.R.3222: No Federal Funds for Public Charge Act of 2019

Sponsor: Judy Chu (D-Calif.)

H.R.3: Elijah E. Cummings Lower Drug Costs Now Act

Sponsor: Frank Pallone (D-N.J.)

H.R.4650: Medicare Dental Coverage Act of 2019

Sponsor: Robin Kelly (D-Ill.)

H.R.4665: Medicare Vision Act of 2019

Sponsor: Kim Schrier (D-Wash.)

H.R.4618: Medicare Hearing Act of 2019

Sponsor: Lucy McBath (D-Ga.)

H.R.3631: Territories Health Care Improvement Act

Sponsor: Darren Soto (D-Fla.)

H.R.4995: Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act of 2020

Sponsor: Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.)

H.R.4996: Helping MOMS Act of 2020

Sponsor: Robin Kelly (D-Ill.)

H.R.3398: Pathways to Health Careers Act

Sponsor: Danny K. Davis (D-Ill.)

H.R.826: End Neglected Tropical Diseases Act

Sponsor: Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.)

H.R.2339: Protecting American Lungs and Reversing the Youth Tobacco Epidemic Act...

Sponsor: Frank Pallone (D-N.J.)

S.7: Extreme Risk Protection Order and Violence Prevention Act of 2019

Sponsor: Marco Rubio (R-Fla.)

S.1018: Refund to Rainy Day Savings Act

Sponsor: Cory Booker (D-N.J.)

S.3721: COVID–19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act of 2020

Sponsor: Kamala Harris (D-Calif.)

H.R.6763: COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act of 2020

Sponsor: Robin Kelly (D-Ill.)

H.R.6638: Reducing COVID-19 Disparities by Investing in Public Health Act

Sponsor: Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.)

H.R.6437: Coronavirus Immigrant Families Protection Act

Sponsor: Judy Chu (D-Calif.)

H.R.6788: Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act

Sponsor: Brad Schneider (D-Ill.)

S.3599: Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act

Sponsor: David Perdue (R-Ga.)

H.R.6820: Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act of 2020

Sponsor: Denny Heck (D-Wash.)

S.3685: Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act of 2020

Sponsor: Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio)

H.R.6800: The Heroes Act

Sponsor: Nita M. Lowey (D-N.Y.)

S.2248: HEROES Act

Sponsor: Tim Scott (R-S.C.)

H.R.2477: BENES Act of 2020

Sponsor: Raul Ruiz (D-Calif.)

H.R.3935: Protecting Patients Transportation to Care Act

Sponsor: Buddy Carter (R-Ga.)

H.R.5201: Telemental Health Expansion Act of 2020

Sponsor: Doris Matsui (D-Calif.)

S.4160: A bill to enable certain hospitals that were participating in or applied...

Sponsor: John Thune (R-S.D.)

H.R.2271: Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act

Sponsor: Gwen Moore (D-Wis.)

H.R.2468: School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Act

Sponsor: Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.)

H.R.7539: Strengthening Behavioral Health Parity Act

Sponsor: Joseph P. Kennedy III (D-Mass.)

H.R.1646: HERO Act

Sponsor: Ami Bera (D-Calif.)

H.R.4564: Suicide Prevention Lifeline Improvement Act of 2020

Sponsor: John Katko (R-N.Y.)

H.R.4585: Campaign to Prevent Suicide Act

Sponsor: Donald Beyer (D-Va.)

H.R.5619: Suicide Prevention Act

Sponsor: Chris Stewart (R-Utah)

H.R.4194: National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2019

Sponsor: Chris Stewart (R-Utah)

S.3595: Ensuring Understanding of COVID-19 to Protect Public Health Act

Sponsor: Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.)

H.R.6701: Ensuring Understanding of COVID–19 to Protect Public Health Act

Sponsor: Anna G. Eshoo (D-Calif.)

H.R.5: Equality Act

Sponsor: David Cicilline (D-R.I.)

S.748: Medicare Sequester Relief Act

Sponsor: Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.)

H.R.1868: To prevent across-the-board direct spending cuts, and for other purposes.

Sponsor: John Yarmuth (D-Ky.)

H.R.265: Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act

Sponsor: Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan (D-Northern Marina Islands)

H.R.647: Closing the Loophole on Interstate Firearm Sales Act

Sponsor: Jason Crow (D-Colo.)

H.R.6: American Dream and Promise Act of 2021

Sponsor: Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.)

S.348: U.S. Citizenship Act

Sponsor: Robert Menendez (D-N.J.)

H.R.348: Wear Your Mask Act

Sponsor: Sylvia Garcia (D-Texas)

H.R.8: Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021

Sponsor: Mike Thompson (D-Calif.)

S.834: Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2021

Sponsor: Robert Menendez (D-N.J.)

H.R.2256: Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2021

Sponsor: Terri Sewell (D-Ala.)

H.R.2503: Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021

Sponsor: Cheri Bustos (D-Ill.)

S.2080: Defending Domestic Produce Production Act of 2021

Sponsor: Marco Rubio (R-Fla.)

S.1024: Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act

Sponsor: Richard J. Durbin (D-Ill.)

H.R.2255: Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act

Sponsor: Brad Schneider (D-Ill.)

S.674: Public Health Infrastructure Saves Lives Act

Sponsor: Patty Murray (D-Wash.)

H.R.959: Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021

Sponsor: Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.)

S.346: Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021

Sponsor: Cory Booker (D-N.J.)

S.2986: A bill to require a review of sanctions with respect to Russian...

Sponsor: Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.)

H.R.4996: Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021

Sponsor: John Garamendi (D-Calif.)

S.1975: Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021

Sponsor: Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.)

H.R.3755: Women's Health Protection Act of 2021

Sponsor: Judy Chu (D-Calif.)

H.R.5376: Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

Sponsor: John Yarmuth (D-Ky.)

S.2210: Better Care Better Jobs Act

Sponsor: Bob Casey (D-Pa.)

H.R.4131: Better Care Better Jobs Act

Sponsor: Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.)

H.R.6151: Highway Accident Fairness Act of 2021

Sponsor: Henry Cuellar (D-Texas)

S.1162: PACE Plus Act

Sponsor: Bob Casey (D-Pa.)

S.3799: PREVENT Pandemics Act

Sponsor: Patty Murray (D-Wash.)

S.2938: Bipartisan Safer Communities Act

Sponsor: Marco Rubio (R-Fla.)

S.4311: LIFT the BAR Act of 2022

Sponsor: Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii)

S.4260: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.)

H.R.7961: SAVE Act

Sponsor: Madeleine Dean (D-Pa.)

H.R.6552: Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection...

Sponsor: Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.)

H.R.2665: Supporting Safety Net Hospitals Act

Sponsor: Yvette D. Clarke (D-N.Y.)

H.R.2389: Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2023

Sponsor: Terri Sewell (D-Ala.)

H.R.3290: To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure...

Sponsor: Larry Bucshon (R-Ind.)

H.R.3561: PATIENT Act of 2023

Sponsor: Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.)

H.R.3577: Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023

Sponsor: Richard Hudson (R-N.C.)

H.R.5138: Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2023

Sponsor: Joe Courtney (D-Conn.)

S.2415: Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023

Sponsor: Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.)

H.R.3838: Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023

Sponsor: Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas)

S.2243: Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act

Sponsor: Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.)

H.R.5378: Lower Costs, More Transparency Act

Sponsor: Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.)

H.R.5568: Community Access, Resources, and Empowerment for Moms Act

Sponsor: Robin Kelly (D-Ill.)

H.R.2584: Safety From Violence for Healthcare Employees Act

Sponsor: Larry Bucshon (R-Ind.)

H.R.4771: Children’s Health Insurance Program Permanency Act

Sponsor: Nanette Barragán (D-Calif.)

S.3410: Protecting Rural Seniors’ Access to Care Act

Sponsor: Deb Fischer (R-Neb.)

H.R.5796: Protecting Rural Seniors’ Access to Care Act

Sponsor: Michelle Fischbach (R-Minn.)

H.R.3226: PREEMIE Reauthorization Act of 2023

Sponsor: Anna G. Eshoo (D-Calif.)

S.1573: PREEMIE Reauthorization Act of 2023

Sponsor: Michael Bennet (D-Colo.)

S.2768: SAVE Act

Sponsor: Joe Manchin III (D-W.Va.)

H.R.5856: Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection...

Sponsor: Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.)

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Lobbyists

Lobbyists named here were listed on a filing related to this lobbying engagement. They may not be working on it now. Occasionally, a single lobbyist whose name is spelled two different ways on filings may be represented twice here.

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Lisa Smith	n/a
Kathy Curran	n/a
Clay O'Dell	n/a
Julie Trocchio	n/a
Michael Ro	n/a
Micheal Rodgers	n/a
Micahel Rodgers	n/a
Julie Trochhio	n/a
Mike Rodgers	n/a
Julie Trocciho	n/a
Kathleen Curran	n/a
Paulo Pontemayor	n/a
Lucas Swanepoel	n/a

Disclosures Filed

Once a lobbying engagement begins, the lobbyist or firm is required to file updates four times a year. Those updates sometimes change which lobbyists are involved or add new issues being discussed. When lobbyists stop working for a client, the firm is also supposed to file a report disclosing the end of the relationship.

1st Quarter, 2024

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 22. Original Filing: 301570032.xml

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(H.R. 5378) Lower Costs, More Transparency Act - Urged Congress to reject policies that reduce reimbursements under the Medicare program, especially site-neutral proposals. Urged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to revise its proposed rule for Medicaid managed care programs. The proposed rule includes significant provisions related to state directed payments (SDPs), supplemental payments states can utilize for managed care. Urged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) CMS to continue providing vital information about Medicaid redeterminations, including making information and data pertaining to Medicaid renewals publicly available and to work with states to provide information about Medicaid beneficiaries whose coverage has been reinstated after being previously terminated, as well as breaking the information down by race and ethnicity. (H.R. 5138) - Improving Access Medicare Coverage Act - Expressed support for the Improving Access Medicare Coverage Act. This legislation will make days spent in observation count towards Medicare's three-day inpatient stay requirement for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) coverage. Urged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to take action to prevent millions of Medicaid beneficiaries from losing coverage as states begin unwinding the temporary Medicaid provisions in place during the pandemic. (H.R. 2665) - Supporting Safety Net Hospitals Act - Expressed support for the Supporting Safety Net Hospitals Act. The legislation would address spending cuts to Medicaid DSH payments. Urged Congress to address the Medicaid disproportionate share hospital (DSH) cuts scheduled to begin in fiscal year (FY) 2024.

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Urged Congress to make essential telehealth flexibilities permanent well before the statutory deadline of Dec. 31, 2024. (S. 3410/H.R. 5796) The Protecting Rural Seniors' Access to Care Act - Expressed support for the Protecting Rural Seniors' Access to Care Act. This legislation would prohibit HHS from finalizing a proposed nursing home staffing requirement rule and establish an advisory panel on nursing home staffing. (H.R. 3226/S.1573) The PREMIE Reauthorization Act - Expressed support for the PREMIE Reauthorization Act. This legislation would reauthorize essential maternal and infant health programs and research at a time when maternal and infant death rates, especially in communities of color, have increased dramatically. (2584/S.2768) The Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees Act - Expressed support for the Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees Act. This legislation would address rising incidents of violence in healthcare settings by establishing stronger legal penalties for people who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees. (H.R. 5568) The Care for Moms Act - Expressed support for the Care for Moms Act. This legislation supports the maternal health workforce, promotes access to prenatal and postpartum care, and provides essential resources to providers in rural areas. Supports legislation on Proposed Nursing Home Staffing Requirements that prohibits the HHS Secretary from finalizing a proposed nursing home staffing rule. (H.R. 4771) - Children's Health Insurance Program Permanency (CHIPP) Act - Expressed support for the Children's Health Insurance Program Permanency (CHIPP) Act. This legislation would make the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) permanent and place it on par with other federal public health insurance programs rather than needing periodic reauthorization. (S. 2415/H.R. 3838) - Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023 - Expressed support for Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023. This legislation continues crucial federal support for the state-based maternal mortality review committees (MMRCs) that review pregnancy-related deaths to identify causes and make recommendations for the prevention of future mortalities. Provided the Senate with information regarding the 340B program and expressed strong support for continuing to strengthen and protect this vital program. Urged Congress to provide a $1 billion increase for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Urged Congress to provide $100 million for the Surveillance for Emerging Threats to Mothers and Babies (SET-NET) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Provided written testimony for the House and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing on Examining Existing Federal Programs to Build a Strong Health Workforce and Improve Primary Care. The testimony recommended several actions and pieces of legislation to assist health providers in hiring and retaining workers. (H.R. 2389) - Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act - Expressed support for the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act. (H.R. 3290) - To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure transparency and oversight of the 340B drug discount program-Expressed opposition. (H.R. 3561) Section 302 - Expressed opposition to Section 302. This legislative provision would reduce payments for the drug administration services furnished in off-campus provider-based departments. Urged Congress to support access to quality palliative care and appropriate effective pain management by prioritizing a Palliative Care, Trans-Institute Strategy by the National Institute of Aging (NIA) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. Urged Congress to increase funding for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) as part of the Community Health Center Fund reauthorization. (S.2243) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). Urged Congress to support the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act. This legislation would address the palliative care workforce shortage and help respond to pressing issues including appropriate pain management and pandemic preparedness.

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Urged the Administration to abandon any effort to detain families in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities and urged the Department of Homeland Security to utilize immigration enforcement practices with the presumption that detention is generally neither appropriate nor necessary for families or children. Urged Congress to enact legislation that provides permanent protections for Dreamers who came to the U.S. as children, built their lives here, and are American in every way except for their immigration status. Their contributions to the U.S. health and biomedical workforce are invaluable, particularly to the individual patients they serve on a daily basis but are threatened by judicial uncertainty and regulatory impermanence.

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4th Quarter, 2023

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 17. Original Filing: 301526435.xml

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(H.R. 5568) The Care for Moms Act - Expressed support for the Care for Moms Act. This legislation supports the maternal health workforce, promotes access to prenatal and postpartum care, and provides essential resources to providers in rural areas. (H.R. 2584) The Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees Act - Expressed support for the Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees Act. This legislation would criminalize the intentional assault of hospital employees and create new federal protections against assault and intimidation that exist for aircraft and airport employees. Supports legislation on Proposed Nursing Home Staffing Requirements that prohibits the HHS Secretary from finalizing a proposed nursing home staffing rule. Urged Congress to fund the government for FY 2024 and extend critical health and family safety net programs in any upcoming continuing resolution or year-end appropriations agreement. (H.R. 4771) - Children's Health Insurance Program Permanency (CHIPP) Act - Expressed support for the Children's Health Insurance Program Permanency (CHIPP) Act. This legislation would make the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) permanent and place it on par with other federal public health insurance programs rather than needing periodic reauthorization. (S. 2415/H.R. 3838) - Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023 - Expressed support for Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023. This legislation continues crucial federal support for the state-based maternal mortality review committees (MMRCs) that review pregnancy-related deaths to identify causes and make recommendations for the prevention of future mortalities. Provided the Senate with information regarding the 340B program and expressed strong support for continuing to strengthen and protect this vital program. Urged Congress to provide a $1 billion increase for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Urged Congress to provide $100 million for the Surveillance for Emerging Threats to Mothers and Babies (SET-NET) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Provided written testimony for the House and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing on Examining Existing Federal Programs to Build a Strong Health Workforce and Improve Primary Care. The testimony recommended several actions and pieces of legislation to assist health providers in hiring and retaining workers. (H.R. 2389) - Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act - Expressed support for the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act. (H.R. 3290) - To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure transparency and oversight of the 340B drug discount program-- Expressed opposition. Urged the Administration to create a White House Office on Aging Policy as responsibilities within the federal government for policies related to older adults currently are spread across more than 25 agencies. (H.R. 3561) Section 302 - Expressed opposition to Section 302. This legislative provision would reduce payments for the drug administration services furnished in off-campus provider-based departments. Urged Congress to support access to quality palliative care and appropriate effective pain management by prioritizing a Palliative Care, Trans-Institute Strategy by the National Institute of Aging (NIA) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. Urged Congress to increase funding for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) as part of the Community Health Center Fund reauthorization. Articulated CHAs Vision for Health Care in the U.S. and the advocacy priorities of the Catholic health ministry and urged Congress to provide access, coverage and affordability for all Americans, ensure a strong safety net, strengthen aging and chronic care services, and protect life and ensure conscience protection. (S.2243) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). Urged Congress to support the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act. This legislation would address the palliative care workforce shortage and help respond to pressing issues including appropriate pain management and pandemic preparedness.

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3rd Quarter, 2023

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2023. Original Filing: 301509913.xml

Lobbying Issues

(H.R. 5138) - Improving Access Medicare Coverage Act - Expressed support for the Improving Access Medicare Coverage Act. This legislation will make days spent in observation count towards Medicare's three-day inpatient stay requirement for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) coverage. Urged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to take action to prevent millions of Medicaid beneficiaries from losing coverage as states begin unwinding the temporary Medicaid provisions in place during the pandemic. (H.R. 2665) - Supporting Safety Net Hospitals Act - Expressed support for the Supporting Safety Net Hospitals Act. The legislation would address pending cuts to Medicaid DSH payments. Urged Congress to address the Medicaid disproportionate share hospital (DSH) cuts scheduled to begin in fiscal year (FY) 2024.

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(S. 2415/H.R. 3838) - Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023 - Expressed support for Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023. This legislation continues crucial federal support for the state-based maternal mortality review committees (MMRCs) that review pregnancy-related deaths to identify causes and make recommendations for the prevention of future mortalities. Provided the Senate with information regarding the 340B program and expressed strong support for continuing to strengthen and protect this vital program. Urged Congress to provide a $1 billion increase for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Urged Congress to provide $100 million for the Surveillance for Emerging Threats to Mothers and Babies (SET-NET) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Provided written testimony for the House and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing on Examining Existing Federal Programs to Build a Strong Health Workforce and Improve Primary Care. The testimony recommended several actions and pieces of legislation to assist health providers in hiring and retaining workers. (H.R. 2389) - Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act - Expressed support for the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act. (H.R. 3290) - To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure transparency and oversight of the 340B drug discount program-- Expressed opposition. Urged the Administration to create a White House Office on Aging Policy as responsibilities within the federal government for policies related to older adults currently are spread across more than 25 agencies. (H.R. 3561) Section 302 - Expressed opposition to Section 302. This legislative provision would reduce payments for the drug administration services furnished in off-campus provider-based departments. Urged Congress to support access to quality palliative care and appropriate effective pain management by prioritizing a Palliative Care, Trans-Institute Strategy by the National Institute of Aging (NIA) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. Urged Congress to increase funding for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) as part of the Community Health Center Fund reauthorization. Articulated CHAs Vision for Health Care in the U.S. and the advocacy priorities of the Catholic health ministry and urged Congress to provide access, coverage and affordability for all Americans, ensure a strong safety net, strengthen aging and chronic care services, and protect life and ensure conscience protection. (S.2243) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). Urged Congress to support the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act. This legislation would address the palliative care workforce shortage and help respond to pressing issues including appropriate pain management and pandemic preparedness.

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2nd Quarter, 2023

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 19, 2023. Original Filing: 301483442.xml

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Urged Congress to provide a $1 billion increase for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Urged Congress to provide $100 million for the Surveillance for Emerging Threats to Mothers and Babies (SET-NET) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Provided written testimony for the House and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing on Examining Existing Federal Programs to Build a Strong Health Workforce and Improve Primary Care. The testimony recommended several actions and pieces of legislation to assist health providers in hiring and retaining workers. (H.R. 2389) - Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act - Expressed support for the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act. (H.R. 3290) - To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure transparency and oversight of the 340B drug discount program-- Expressed opposition. Urged the Administration to create a White House Office on Aging Policy as responsibilities within the federal government for policies related to older adults currently are spread across more than 25 agencies. (H.R. 3561) Section 302 - Expressed opposition to Section 302. This legislative provision would reduce payments for the drug administration services furnished in off-campus provider-based departments. Urged Congress to support access to quality palliative care and appropriate effective pain management by prioritizing a Palliative Care, Trans-Institute Strategy by the National Institute of Aging (NIA) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. Urged Congress to increase funding for federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) as part of the Community Health Center Fund reauthorization. Articulated CHAs Vision for Health Care in the U.S. and the advocacy priorities of the Catholic health ministry and urged Congress to provide access, coverage and affordability for all Americans, ensure a strong safety net, strengthen aging and chronic care services, and protect life and ensure conscience protection. (S.4260) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). Urged Congress to support the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act. This legislation would address the palliative care workforce shortage and help respond to pressing issues including appropriate pain management and pandemic preparedness. Responded to the Senate HELP Committee's request for information on the drivers of and solutions for addressing our nations health care workforce shortages.

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1st Quarter, 2023

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 19, 2023. Original Filing: 301456199.xml

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Articulated CHAs Vision for Health Care in the U.S. and the advocacy priorities of the Catholic health ministry and urged Congress to provide access, coverage and affordability for all Americans, ensure a strong safety net, strengthen aging and chronic care services, and protect life and ensure conscience protection. (S.4260) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). Urged Congress to support the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act. This legislation would address the palliative care workforce shortage and help respond to pressing issues including appropriate pain management and pandemic preparedness. Responded to the Senate HELP Committee's request for information on the drivers of and solutions for addressing our nations health care workforce shortages.

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4th Quarter, 2022

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2023. Original Filing: 301439824.xml

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Year-end legislation: Urged Congress to address the stability of the health care workforce and the financial crisis of our hospitals and long-term care facilities. Year-end legislation: Urged Congress to ensure critical health care access and coverage in the year-end omnibus appropriations legislation by eliminating the pending 4% Medicare Pay-As-You-Go sequester from taking effect early next year, establishing a temporary per diem Medicare payment to cover longer stay patients, fully funding workforce training programs for doctors, nurses and allied health professionals, and addressing prior authorization issues in Medicare Advantage. Year-end legislation: Urged Congress to address children's health by permanently extending the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), ensuring continuing coverage for children in Medicaid and CHIP, and requiring 12 months postpartum care coverage under Medicaid and CHIP. Inflation Reduction Act: Urged Congress to include critical health care expansion and affordability provisions to address health equity, maternal mortality and enhance womens health in the economic recovery reconciliation package. FY23 Continuing Resolution: Urged Congress to invest in policies that will ensure the stability of our workforce and address the financial crisis of our hospitals and long-term care facilities, including eliminating the pending 4% Medicare Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 cuts from taking effect early next year. Advocated establishing 12-month Medicaid postpartum coverage and Medicaid and Childrens Health Insurance continuous coverage for children as required federal benefits to address maternal mortality and improve the health and well-being of mothers, babies, and children. Urged Congress to pass legislation that would address the Medicaid \fiscal cliff and correct longstanding discrepancies by eliminating the statutorily set funding caps and FMAP for US Territories. Urged Congress to include critical health care expansion and affordability provisions to address health equity, maternal mortality and enhance womens health in the economic recovery reconciliation package. Urged congress and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to address the potential loss of coverage for millions of Medicaid beneficiaries at the end of the federal public health emergency (PHE) and specifically asked for at least a 120-day lead time before unwinding the FMAP and Maintenance of effort provisions of the FFCRA. Urged the House Energy and Commerce Committee to move forward with existing legislation approved by the Subcommittee on Health that would address several social determinants of health and health equity issues. This legislation would allow for better coordination among federal agencies to address health equity, support state and local governments in efforts to address the social determinants of health and promote efforts and innovative approaches to improve health outcomes in programs such as Medicaid. (S. 2938) - Bipartisan Safer Communities Act - Expressed support for the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. The passage of Medicaid improvements in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act will begin to build the foundation for addressing the nationwide mental health and substance use crisis, particularly for children. (S. 4311) - LIFT the Bar Act - Expressed support for legislation introduced to eliminate the five year-bar, a 1996 policy that denies eligibility for federal assistance programs including Medicaid to millions of immigrants who are lawfully present in the United States. (S. 4260) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA) - Expressed support for the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). This legislation would ensure that patients facing serious illness have access to high quality palliative care. Urged the Administration to address longstanding and systemic issues that have resulted from underinvesting in nursing home care, including racial and ethnic disparities, and offer our thoughts on the following three issues: Sustainable financing, Workforce concerns, and Enhancing nursing home oversight through innovative partnerships. Urged the Senate to renew its efforts to pass a reconciliation bill that invests in our nations future and well-being by ensuring important health coverage policies that expand access and affordability and address health equity, address climate change and promote initiatives to protect our environment, and include policies that protect Medicaid beneficiaries, providers, and communities after the end of the public health emergency.

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Urged the President to treat the youth mental health crisis as the national emergency and declare a federal National Emergency in childrens mental health. Year-end legislation: Urged Congress to enhance pediatric mental health promotion, prevention, early intervention, and treatment, as well as supporting and growing the pediatric workforce. Year-end legislation: Urged Congress to include provisions that will advance maternal health and address the health disparities of people of color. Urged the Senate to act to ensure certainty for telehealth services by passing a two-year extension of telehealth policies, while continuing to push for a permanent extension, that includes provisions to lift provider and patient location limitations, remove in-person requirements for telemental health, ensure continued access to clinically appropriate controlled substances without in-person requirements, and increase access to telehealth services in the commercial market. Expressed support for the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies made by the American Rescue Plan (ARP). These subsidies have provided critical support for reducing the cost of health care for working families and have allowed record numbers of people to purchase affordable and quality health insurance for themselves and their families. Expressed support for efforts in Congress to encourage better integration and care coordination between physical and mental care and promote evidence-based care, as well as better financing and resources for the full continuum of care including mental health by crafting comprehensive mental health legislation. Urged Congress to provide leadership in facilitating a pathway to comprehensive permanent telehealth reform that would provide certainty to beneficiaries and our nations health care providers while providing sufficient time for Congress and the Administration to analyze the impact of telehealth on patient care. (S. 1162) - Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly X Act - Expressed support for the PACE X Act. The legislation would strengthen and expand the successful PACE program to help meet the rising demand for those wanting home and community-based services. Urged the Senate Appropriations Committee and the House Committee on Appropriations to support the continued inclusion of protections for institutional and individual health care providers conscience rights, known as the Weldon Amendment, in the FY2022 Labor, Health and Human Services and Education (L/HHS/Edu) Appropriations bill. (S.1975/H.R.3755) - Womens Health Protection Act of 2021 - Expressed opposition to the Womens Health Protection Act of 2021. This legislation impacts the ability of faith-based health care providers to provide these services in accordance with their belief.

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(S. 3799) - Prepare for and Respond to Existing Viruses, Emerging New Threats, and Pandemics Act - Expressed support for the PREVENT Pandemics Act. This legislation would provide support to hospitals, health care systems and long-term care facilities while also addressing the challenges faced by at-risk populations, including the racial and ethnic health disparities made evident these last two years. Urged congress to provide additional resources to the nations hospitals and health systems to continue to care for our communities and patients, including supplies and equipment, as well as to offset staffing costs as we enter the third year of the pandemic. Urged the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to renew the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE). Renewing the public health emergency will allow hospitals and health systems the flexibilities and resources to respond to the COVID-19 virus, while best serving Americas patients.

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Urged Congress to fund the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions Office on Smoking and Health at the Senates proposed funding level of $261.5 million in the final appropriations bills for FY 2023. Urged Congress to continue to reject efforts to weaken the FDAs authority over tobacco products and any such efforts during consideration of the FY 2023 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Expressed support for the FDAs proposed rule to reduce the nicotine level in cigarettes to non-addictive or minimally addictive levels. Such a standard would generate massive public health benefits, preventing millions of young people from smoking and dramatically reducing the number of people who die from tobacco-caused diseases. Urged congress to prioritize the development of bipartisan, bicameral legislation that would give FDAs Center for Tobacco Products the authority to regulate synthetic nicotine products as tobacco products and to quickly enact it into law.

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Urged Congress to provide $35 million for the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and $25 million for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to conduct public health research into firearm morbidity and mortality prevention and encourage Congress to explore opportunities for building out and further supporting this research at all other appropriate agencies, to ensure that federally funded research can explore the full scope of this public health issue. Urged Congress to act quickly to address the issue of gun violence in the wake of the recent mass shootings and proposed several measures to help curb gun violence, including banning assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition and requiring extensive background checks for the sale of all firearms. (H.R. 7961) - Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees (SAVE) Act - Expressed support for the Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees Act. This legislation provides federal protections for health care workers who experience violence and intimation in their workplace settings.

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Year-end legislation: Urged Congress to increase funding for domestic housing and global health programs, and include conscience protections for Catholic health providers. Urged Congress to provide robust funding for health and human services programs to support families and communities and support the continued inclusion of protections for institutional and individual health care providers conscience rights, known as the Weldon Amendment. Urged Congress to provide at least a $ 1 billion increase for the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant in FY 2023 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Urged Congress to provide $718.8 million in FY 2023 to fund The Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) program. CHGME is a vital investment in strengthening the pediatric workforce and access to care for children. Urged Congress to provide at least $10 billion in domestic funding and $5 billion in international funds for COVID-19 vaccines, testing, therapeutics and delivery system strengthening.

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3rd Quarter, 2022

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2022. Original Filing: 301412992.xml

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Inflation Reduction Act: Urged Congress to include critical health care expansion and affordability provisions to address health equity, maternal mortality and enhance womens health in the economic recovery reconciliation package. FY23 Continuing Resolution: Urged Congress to invest in policies that will ensure the stability of our workforce and address the financial crisis of our hospitals and long-term care facilities, including eliminating the pending 4% Medicare Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 cuts from taking effect early next year. Advocated establishing 12-month Medicaid postpartum coverage and Medicaid and Childrens Health Insurance continuous coverage for children as required federal benefits to address maternal mortality and improve the health and well-being of mothers, babies, and children. Urged Congress to pass legislation that would address the Medicaid \fiscal cliff and correct longstanding discrepancies by eliminating the statutorily set funding caps and FMAP for US Territories. Urged Congress to include critical health care expansion and affordability provisions to address health equity, maternal mortality and enhance womens health in the economic recovery reconciliation package. Urged congress and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to address the potential loss of coverage for millions of Medicaid beneficiaries at the end of the federal public health emergency (PHE) and specifically asked for at least a 120-day lead time before unwinding the FMAP and Maintenance of effort provisions of the FFCRA. Urged the House Energy and Commerce Committee to move forward with existing legislation approved by the Subcommittee on Health that would address several social determinants of health and health equity issues. This legislation would allow for better coordination among federal agencies to address health equity, support state and local governments in efforts to address the social determinants of health and promote efforts and innovative approaches to improve health outcomes in programs such as Medicaid. (S. 2938) - Bipartisan Safer Communities Act - Expressed support for the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. The passage of Medicaid improvements in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act will begin to build the foundation for addressing the nationwide mental health and substance use crisis, particularly for children. (S. 4311) - LIFT the Bar Act - Expressed support for legislation introduced to eliminate the five year-bar, a 1996 policy that denies eligibility for federal assistance programs including Medicaid to millions of immigrants who are lawfully present in the United States. (S. 4260) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA) - Expressed support for the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). This legislation would ensure that patients facing serious illness have access to high quality palliative care. Urged the Administration to address longstanding and systemic issues that have resulted from underinvesting in nursing home care, including racial and ethnic disparities, and offer our thoughts on the following three issues: Sustainable financing, Workforce concerns, and Enhancing nursing home oversight through innovative partnerships. Urged the Senate to renew its efforts to pass a reconciliation bill that invests in our nations future and well-being by ensuring important health coverage policies that expand access and affordability and address health equity, address climate change and promote initiatives to protect our environment, and include policies that protect Medicaid beneficiaries, providers, and communities after the end of the public health emergency.

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Inflation Reduction Act: Expressed continued support of the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace premium tax credits (PTCs) beyond 2022. Urged the Senate to act to ensure certainty for telehealth services by passing a two-year extension of telehealth policies, while continuing to push for a permanent extension, that includes provisions to lift provider and patient location limitations, remove in-person requirements for telemental health, ensure continued access to clinically appropriate controlled substances without in-person requirements, and increase access to telehealth services in the commercial market. Expressed support for the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies made by the American Rescue Plan (ARP). These subsidies have provided critical support for reducing the cost of health care for working families and have allowed record numbers of people to purchase affordable and quality health insurance for themselves and their families. Expressed support for efforts in Congress to encourage better integration and care coordination between physical and mental care and promote evidence-based care, as well as better financing and resources for the full continuum of care including mental health by crafting comprehensive mental health legislation. Urged Congress to provide leadership in facilitating a pathway to comprehensive permanent telehealth reform that would provide certainty to beneficiaries and our nations health care providers while providing sufficient time for Congress and the Administration to analyze the impact of telehealth on patient care. (S. 1162) - Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly X Act - Expressed support for the PACE X Act. The legislation would strengthen and expand the successful PACE program to help meet the rising demand for those wanting home and community-based services. Urged the Senate Appropriations Committee and the House Committee on Appropriations to support the continued inclusion of protections for institutional and individual health care providers conscience rights, known as the Weldon Amendment, in the FY2022 Labor, Health and Human Services and Education (L/HHS/Edu) Appropriations bill. (S.1975/H.R.3755) - Womens Health Protection Act of 2021 - Expressed opposition to the Womens Health Protection Act of 2021. This legislation impacts the ability of faith-based health care providers to provide these services in accordance with their belief.

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Urged Congress to continue to reject efforts to weaken the FDAs authority over tobacco products and any such efforts during consideration of the FY 2023 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Expressed support for the FDAs proposed rule to reduce the nicotine level in cigarettes to non-addictive or minimally addictive levels. Such a standard would generate massive public health benefits, preventing millions of young people from smoking and dramatically reducing the number of people who die from tobacco-caused diseases. Urged Congress to continue to reject efforts to weaken the FDAs authority over tobacco products and any such efforts during consideration of the FY 2023 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Urged congress to prioritize the development of bipartisan, bicameral legislation that would give FDAs Center for Tobacco Products the authority to regulate synthetic nicotine products as tobacco products and to quickly enact it into law.

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Urged Congress to provide robust funding for health and human services programs to support families and communities and support the continued inclusion of protections for institutional and individual health care providers conscience rights, known as the Weldon Amendment. Urged Congress to provide at least a $ 1 billion increase for the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant in FY 2023 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Urged Congress to provide $718.8 million in FY 2023 to fund The Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) program. CHGME is a vital investment in strengthening the pediatric workforce and access to care for children. Urged Congress to provide at least $10 billion in domestic funding and $5 billion in international funds for COVID-19 vaccines, testing, therapeutics and delivery system strengthening.

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2nd Quarter, 2022

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 19, 2022. Original Filing: 301387300.xml

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Urged congress and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to address the potential loss of coverage for millions of Medicaid beneficiaries at the end of the federal public health emergency (PHE) and specifically asked for at least a 120-day lead time before unwinding the FMAP and Maintenance of effort provisions of the FFCRA. Urged the House Energy and Commerce Committee to move forward with existing legislation approved by the Subcommittee on Health that would address several social determinants of health and health equity issues. This legislation would allow for better coordination among federal agencies to address health equity, support state and local governments in efforts to address the social determinants of health and promote efforts and innovative approaches to improve health outcomes in programs such as Medicaid. (S. 2938) - Bipartisan Safer Communities Act - Expressed support for the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. The passage of Medicaid improvements in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act will begin to build the foundation for addressing the nationwide mental health and substance use crisis, particularly for children. (S. 4311) - LIFT the Bar Act - Expressed support for legislation introduced to eliminate the five year-bar, a 1996 policy that denies eligibility for federal assistance programs including Medicaid to millions of immigrants who are lawfully present in the United States. (S. 4260) - Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA) - Expressed support for the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). This legislation would ensure that patients facing serious illness have access to high quality palliative care. Urged congress to include critical health care funding measures in the FY22 Omnibus bill including measures to provide relief for providers and the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Urged congress to prioritize policy proposals to strengthen Medicaid and ensure its stability for underrepresented populations who rely on this critical program. Urged the Administration to address longstanding and systemic issues that have resulted from underinvesting in nursing home care, including racial and ethnic disparities, and offer our thoughts on the following three issues: Sustainable financing, Workforce concerns, and Enhancing nursing home oversight through innovative partnerships. Urged the Senate to renew its efforts to pass a reconciliation bill that invests in our nations future and well-being by ensuring important health coverage policies that expand access and affordability and address health equity, address climate change and promote initiatives to protect our environment, and include policies that protect Medicaid beneficiaries, providers, and communities after the end of the public health emergency.

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Expressed support for efforts in Congress to encourage better integration and care coordination between physical and mental care and promote evidence-based care, as well as better financing and resources for the full continuum of care including mental health by crafting comprehensive mental health legislation. Urged Congress to provide leadership in facilitating a pathway to comprehensive permanent telehealth reform that would provide certainty to beneficiaries and our nations health care providers while providing sufficient time for Congress and the Administration to analyze the impact of telehealth on patient care. (S. 1162) - Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly X Act - Expressed support for the PACE X Act. The legislation would strengthen and expand the successful PACE program to help meet the rising demand for those wanting home and community-based services. Urged the Senate Appropriations Committee and the House Committee on Appropriations to support the continued inclusion of protections for institutional and individual health care providers conscience rights, known as the Weldon Amendment, in the FY2022 Labor, Health and Human Services and Education (L/HHS/Edu) Appropriations bill. (S.1975/H.R.3755) - Womens Health Protection Act of 2021 - Expressed opposition to the Womens Health Protection Act of 2021. This legislation impacts the ability of faith-based health care providers to provide these services in accordance with their belief.

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1st Quarter, 2022

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 18, 2022. Original Filing: 301358112.xml

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Urged congress to include critical health care funding measures in the FY22 Omnibus bill including measures to provide relief for providers and the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Urged congress to prioritize policy proposals to strengthen Medicaid and ensure its stability for underrepresented populations who rely on this critical program. Urged the Administration to address longstanding and systemic issues that have resulted from underinvesting in nursing home care, including racial and ethnic disparities, and offer our thoughts on the following three issues: Sustainable financing, Workforce concerns, and Enhancing nursing home oversight through innovative partnerships. Urged the Senate to renew its efforts to pass a reconciliation bill that invests in our nations future and well-being by ensuring important health coverage policies that expand access and affordability and address health equity, address climate change and promote initiatives to protect our environment, and include policies that protect Medicaid beneficiaries, providers, and communities after the end of the public health emergency.

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Urged Congress to provide leadership in facilitating a pathway to comprehensive permanent telehealth reform that would provide certainty to beneficiaries and our nations health care providers while providing sufficient time for Congress and the Administration to analyze the impact of telehealth on patient care. (S. 1162) - Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly X Act - Expressed support for the PACE X Act. The legislation would strengthen and expand the successful PACE program to help meet the rising demand for those wanting home and community-based services. Urged the Senate Appropriations Committee and the House Committee on Appropriations to support the continued inclusion of protections for institutional and individual health care providers conscience rights, known as the Weldon Amendment, in the FY2022 Labor, Health and Human Services and Education (L/HHS/Edu) Appropriations bill. (S.1975/H.R.3755) - Womens Health Protection Act of 2021 - Expressed opposition to the Womens Health Protection Act of 2021. This legislation impacts the ability of faith-based health care providers to provide these services in accordance with their belief.

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4th Quarter, 2021

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 13, 2022. Original Filing: 301321912.xml

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Urged Congress to address an extension of the moratorium on Medicare sequester cuts, as well as preventing the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) sequester from taking effect by the end of the year. Urged Congress to permanently authorize CHIP and the bipartisan proposal to provide one year of continuous eligibility for children covered by Medicaid and CHIP. (H.R. 5376) Build Back Better Act of 2021 - Urged Congress to remove the reductions to the Medicaid disproportionate share hospital (DSH) program and uncompensated care pools from the Build Back Better Act. (H.R. 5376) Build Back Better Act of 2021 - Expressed support for the inclusion of a mandatory, permanent extension of Medicaid coverage from 60 days to one full year postpartum and provisions of the Black Maternal Health Momnibus in the Build Back Better Act. (S. 2210/H.R. 4131) Better Care Better Jobs Act of 2021- Expressed support for the inclusion of the bicameral Better Care Better Jobs Act to expand and improve access to Medicaid-funded home-and community-based services (HCBS), a chronically under-resourced sector. Urged Congress to continue to prioritize maternal health in the reconciliation legislation by requiring Medicaid to cover a full year postpartum. Urged Congress to maintain Medicare telehealth coverage for two years following the end of the PHE. (S. 834/H.R. 2256) The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2021 - Urged Congress and President of the United States to support the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2021. This legislation would alleviate the physician shortage by gradually providing 14,000 new Medicare-supported GME positions and further invest in the physician workforce by increasing the number of Medicare-support GME positions. (S. 2986/H.R. 2503) The Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021 - Expressed support for the Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021. This legislation would continue to provide needed resources that would address the social determinants of health affecting the Medicaid population and improve health outcomes. Opposed additional cuts to the Medicare program and repurposing unused COVID-19 relief funds as financing mechanisms in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework. Medicare funds should not be used to pay for roads or bridges. Expressed support the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 and asked to work with CMS to implement the Medicaid supplemental payment reporting system by offering technical expertise and context. (S. 4108/H.R. 6539) Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act - Expressed support for the Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act. This legislation would provide an automatic federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP) increase to state Medicaid programs during an economic downturn. (S. 748/H.R. 1868) Medicare Sequester Relief Act - Expressed support for the Medicare Sequester Relief Act. This legislation would extend the 2% Medicare sequester moratorium for the duration of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) and prevent a projected 4% Medicare spending cut scheduled to begin next year. (H.R. 265) Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act - Expressed support for the Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act. This legislation will provide a long-term solution for Medicaid beneficiaries residing in the U.S. Territories, while ensuring that territorial governments are given fiscal relief to stabilize the health and economic security of their jurisdictions. Urged the House to add an increase to the FMAP of at least 12% in the COVID-19 relief and budget reconciliation legislation. This additional funding is essential for states to ensure that beneficiaries have continuous coverage during this public health emergency. (H.R. 4996) Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act - Expressed support for including the Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act in the next COVID -19 relief package and increase funding for maternal home visiting programs to improve the health and wellbeing of mothers and infants. (S. 2080/H.R. 647) Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act - Urged Congress to increase support and access to palliative care by including the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act in the next COVID - 19 relief package.

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Urged Congress to provide funding for purchasing, production, delivery, and outreach efforts for COVID-19 vaccines around the world. Urged HHS to provide an extension for the deadline to utilize the remaining resources in the Provider Relief Fund. Extending the June 30 deadline by which providers must use their COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund (PRF) payments would allow providers to continue to offer services during the public health emergency. Urged Congress to support the American Recovery Plan Act. This COVID-19 relief package would expand health care access for an estimated 1.7 million people through increased support and affordability for individuals and families in the health insurance marketplaces, add incentives for states to expand Medicaid for uninsured low-income adults, provide additional resources for COVID testing, treatment, vaccinations, and add several measures to assist low-income and disadvantaged individuals and families through housing and nutrition programs. Urged congress to include the following targeted measures in the next COVID-19 relief package that would continue to support front-line providers: Additional resources for testing, personal protective equipment (PPE) and the Provider Relief Fund, extend the moratorium on Medicare sequestration cuts to provide financial stability during this public health emergency and providing loan forgiveness for safety-net hospitals and providers in the Medicare Accelerated and Advance Payments (AAP) program, and extend the Public Health Emergency telehealth flexibilities. Urged congress to ensure these targeted measures are included in the next COVID-19 relief package: ensure all people have equitable access to a safe, affordable and effective vaccine by strengthening vaccine distribution, improving vaccine outreach efforts, ensuring affordable access to vaccines for low-income communities, and supporting additional funding for international humanitarian and global health and vaccination programs. Urged HHS to restore in full the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund (PRF) reporting requirements contained in the June 19, 2020 frequently asked question (FAQ) on defining expenses and lost revenues attributable to COVID-19 and to allow hospital systems to move targeted distributions within their system to follow COVID-19 patients and the hospitals that are incurring the expenses and lost revenues directly attributable to the virus.

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(S. 1024/H.R. 2255) - The Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act - Expressed support for the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act. This legislation would provide a long-term solution for immigrant physicians and nurses by recapturing 15,000 unused employment-based immigrant visas from prior years for physicians and 25,000 for professional nurses ensuring that these vital members of the health care workforce can continue to meet the urgent health care needs our nation faces during the PHE. (H.R. 6) American Dream and Promise Act - Expressed support for the American Dream and Promise Act. This legislation would provide lawful permanent residency and a pathway to citizenship for qualifying young immigrants enrolled in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) as well as holders of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Enforced Departure (DED). (S. 348/H.R. 348) U.S. Citizenship Act - Expressed support for the U.S Citizenship Act. This legislation would offer a pathway to citizenship for approximately 11 million undocumented immigrants with an expedited pathway for those in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) programs.

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Urged the Senate to include vital health and social needs policies in the Build Back Better reconciliation legislation and recommended several necessary improvements to the bill being considered by the Senate. Urged the Office of the President of the U.S. to continue to advocate for the inclusion of important health and social needs policies in the reconciliation package the office is negotiating with Congress. Expressed support for the No Surprised Act of 2022. This legislation will provide protections to patients with gaps in their health care coverage that could result in unanticipated bills. Shared comments on the interim final rule entitled Requirements Related to Surprise Billing; Part II (86 Fed.Reg. 55,980), implementing portions of the No Surprises Act enacted as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act (the IFR). Urged Congress to provide robust funding for health and human services programs to support families and communities during this time of recovery and to include long-standing policies that protect human life and the ability of religious providers to care for individuals and families in need . (S. 2080/H.R. 647) Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA): Expressed support for the upcoming reconciliation package to include efforts to grow, improve and sustain the palliative care and hospice workforce. This legislation would strengthen clinical practice and improve health care delivery for patients living with serious or life-threatening illness, as well as their families, by directing funding toward palliative care research and establish education centers and career incentive awards to improve the training of doctors, nurses, physician assistants, social workers and other health professionals in palliative care. (S.1975/H.R.3755) Womens Health Protection Act: Opposed the Women Health Protection Act. This bill undermines the long held bipartisan support for faith-based providers to provide quality health care services in accordance with their mission and deeply held religious and moral convictions. (H.R. 6151) Urged congress to enact a permanent extension of the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) through the CARING for Kids Act or the Childrens Health Insurance Program Permanency (CHIPP) Act. This legislation would protect the health security and well-being of the 10 million children and pregnant women currently enrolled in CHIP while taking the long overdue and necessary step of finally making CHIP permanent. Urged Congress to include language that requires 12-month continuous eligibility for children on Medicaid and the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in the next reconciliation package. Stability in Medicaid and CHIP coverage will provide continuous eligibility and lessen financial stress and offer steady access to needed care for children on Medicaid and CHIP and their families. Urged Congress to include provisions to expand access to affordable health care, address health equity, shore-up the health care workforce and improve and enhance the social safety net in the budget reconciliation package. These provisions provide the necessary resources to help our communities recover from the PHE. Urged Congress to incorporate the following policies in the Build Back Better budget reconciliation package: Strengthen mental health investment in Medicaid, invest in pediatric mental health infrastructure, enhance systems of care, support the pediatric mental health workforce, extend and enhance telehealth flexibilities. These policies will address the unprecedented circumstances children and families have had to face during the PHE. Expressed support for the 340B federal drug pricing program and urged Congress to consider policies that will lower the costs of prescription drugs for all living in America and ensure consideration is given to any potential impact these policies may have on 340B that could limit or reduce the savings that participating hospitals rely on to serve their patients. (S. 674) Public Health Infrastructure Saves Lives Act of 2021 - Urged Congress to include the Public Health Infrastructure Saves Lives Act in the infrastructure and jobs legislation. The Legislation would fill long-standing gaps in public health, enable modernization of archaic technologies and systems, and build a foundation for a more effective, efficient public health response to future pandemics. Urged congress to include the following targeted measures in the next COVID-19 relief package that would continue to support front-line providers: Additional resources for testing, personal protective equipment (PPE) and the Provider Relief Fund, extend the moratorium on Medicare sequestration cuts to provide financial stability during this public health emergency and providing loan forgiveness for safety-net hospitals and providers in the Medicare Accelerated and Advance Payments (AAP) program, and extend the Public Health Emergency telehealth flexibilities. Urged congress to ensure these targeted measures are included in the next COVID-19 relief package: ensure all people have equitable access to a safe, affordable and effective vaccine by strengthening vaccine distribution, improving vaccine outreach efforts, ensuring affordable access to vaccines for low-income communities, and supporting additional funding for international humanitarian and global health and vaccination programs. (H.R. 959/S. 346) - The Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021 - Expressed support for the Black Maternal Health Momnibus. This this legislation would address the maternal health disparities faced by black women and other women of color. Urged Congress to prioritize expanding affordable health care coverage, reducing health disparities, and ensuring affordable housing in any infrastructure and recovery legislative package. Urged Congress to address health disparities, promote equity and protect immigrant families in the next COVID-19 relief package by directing additional funding and support to states, localities and community-based organizations for targeted outreach, testing and treatment for vulnerable individuals and communities; ensuring states can use emergency Medicaid coverage for all immigrants who need COVID-19 testing, vaccines or treatment and do not otherwise qualify for Medicaid; providing support for language assistance resources and outreach for limited English proficient populations and other minorities, and collect, analyze and disseminate accurate public health data using race and ethnicity in order to understand and effectively address the pandemic. Expressed support for the following proposed provisions in the next COVID - 19 relief package: Provide $7.5 billion in funding for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for vaccine promotion, tracking and administration including $1 billion to promote vaccine confidence, allocate $46 billion to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for testing, tracing and monitoring activities including the implementation of a national strategy supporting the development and distribution of tests and personal protective equipment and investing in community based approaches to address the virus, provide $1.8 billion to HHS for the purchase, procurement and distribution of COVID-19 tests and testing supplies, personal protective equipment for staff and residents of congregate settings including long-term care facilities. This legislation will strengthen the national and global COVID-19 vaccination effort and promote health equity. Urged Congress to include the following measure in the next COVID - 19 relief package: Increase federal support for programs at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to address the mental health, substance abuse and opioid challenges faced by individuals, families and communities during the Public Health Emergency. Expressed support for the following provisions being considered by the Ways and Means Committee in its COVID-19 relief and budget reconciliation legislation: Provide $6 billion for tribal health programs through the Indian Health Service (IHS), and a 100% FMAP for services provided to Medicaid beneficiaries at Urban Indian Organizations and Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems. Expressed support for the following proposed provisions in the next COVID 19 relief package: Increasing the value and eligibility of premium tax subsidies in the Health Insurance Marketplaces while guaranteeing that no one will pay more than 8.5% of their income for health insurance and Creating health care subsidies for those who are unemployed and ineligible for COBRA coverage. This legislation will protect and expand health care coverage and access for recipients. Urged Congress to support at least $750 million for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2022 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. This legislation will address the unique needs of maternal and child health populations in each state, territory, and jurisdiction of the United States, promote health equity and reduce disparities in access and care experienced most acutely by Black, Tribal, Indigenous and other people of color and meet the increased demands being placed on the Block Grant. Urged Congress to provide $485 million in FY 2022 funding for The Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME). This funding would continue to provide support for sustaining pediatric training programs at childrens hospitals to meet the needs of children now and in the future, and address critical shortages in pediatric subspecialty care.

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Urged the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to take immediate to extend the Centers for Disease Controls eviction moratorium for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthen the moratorium so that it is automatic and universal, closes loopholes in the moratoriums protections, and enforces those protections. The eviction moratorium extends vital protections to renters at risk of eviction during the public health emergency. Urged congress to bolster the social safety net by including the following targeted measures in the next COVID-19 relief package: supporting access to housing by increasing funding for emergency rental assistance, housing vouchers, 202 housing programs, extending the eviction and foreclosure moratoriums through September 30, 2021, increasing the benefits for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for all recipients through the length of the public health and economic crisis and reducing the state SNAP match requirement, supporting homelessness assistance outreach programs by providing additional Emergency Solutions Grants to state and local communities to secure additional permanent and congregate housing for individuals experiencing homelessness and raise the cap and extend the Paycheck Protection Loan program to assist nonprofits providing critical social services to those in need.

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Urged Congress to take immediate action to extend the federal eviction moratorium to protect vulnerable renters during the COVID-19 pandemic. Urged Congress to prioritize robust investments in housing vouchers, public housing, and the national Housing Trust Fund (HTF) in any future recovery or infrastructure package. These investments will provide housing solutions that address the underlying, systemic causes of the housing and homelessness crisis in the United States. Urged President Biden and Secretary Fudge to prioritize robust investments in housing vouchers, public housing, and the national Housing Trust Fund (HTF) in any future recovery or infrastructure package. These investments will provide critical and proven housing solutions to address the underlying, systemic causes of the housing and homelessness crisis in the United States.

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3rd Quarter, 2021

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2021. Original Filing: 301311150.xml

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Urged Congress to continue to prioritize maternal health in the reconciliation legislation by requiring Medicaid to cover a full year postpartum. Urged Congress to maintain Medicare telehealth coverage for two years following the end of the PHE. (S. 834/H.R. 2256) The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2021 - Urged Congress and President of the United States to support the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2021. This legislation would alleviate the physician shortage by gradually providing 14,000 new Medicare-supported GME positions and further invest in the physician workforce by increasing the number of Medicare-support GME positions. (S. 2986/H.R. 2503) The Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021 - Expressed support for the Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021. This legislation would continue to provide needed resources that would address the social determinants of health affecting the Medicaid population and improve health outcomes. Opposed additional cuts to the Medicare program and repurposing unused COVID-19 relief funds as financing mechanisms in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework. Medicare funds should not be used to pay for roads or bridges. Expressed support the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 and asked to work with CMS to implement the Medicaid supplemental payment reporting system by offering technical expertise and context. (S. 4108/H.R. 6539) Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act - Expressed support for the Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act. This legislation would provide an automatic federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP) increase to state Medicaid programs during an economic downturn. (S. 748/H.R. 1868) Medicare Sequester Relief Act - Expressed support for the Medicare Sequester Relief Act. This legislation would extend the 2% Medicare sequester moratorium for the duration of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) and prevent a projected 4% Medicare spending cut scheduled to begin next year. (H.R. 265) Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act - Expressed support for the Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act. This legislation will provide a long-term solution for Medicaid beneficiaries residing in the U.S. Territories, while ensuring that territorial governments are given fiscal relief to stabilize the health and economic security of their jurisdictions. Urged the House to add an increase to the FMAP of at least 12% in the COVID-19 relief and budget reconciliation legislation. This additional funding is essential for states to ensure that beneficiaries have continuous coverage during this public health emergency. (H.R. 4996) Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act - Expressed support for including the Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act in the next COVID -19 relief package and increase funding for maternal home visiting programs to improve the health and wellbeing of mothers and infants. (S. 2080/H.R. 647) Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act - Urged Congress to increase support and access to palliative care by including the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act in the next COVID - 19 relief package.

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Urged Congress to provide robust funding for health and human services programs to support families and communities during this time of recovery and to include long-standing policies that protect human life and the ability of religious providers to care for individuals and families in need . (S. 2080/H.R. 647) Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA): Expressed support for the upcoming reconciliation package to include efforts to grow, improve and sustain the palliative care and hospice workforce. This legislation would strengthen clinical practice and improve health care delivery for patients living with serious or life-threatening illness, as well as their families, by directing funding toward palliative care research and establish education centers and career incentive awards to improve the training of doctors, nurses, physician assistants, social workers and other health professionals in palliative care. (S.1975/H.R.3755) Womens Health Protection Act: Opposed the Women Health Protection Act. This bill undermines the long held bipartisan support for faith-based providers to provide quality health care services in accordance with their mission and deeply held religious and moral convictions. (H.R. 6151) Urged congress to enact a permanent extension of the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) through the CARING for Kids Act or the Childrens Health Insurance Program Permanency (CHIPP) Act. This legislation would protect the health security and well-being of the 10 million children and pregnant women currently enrolled in CHIP while taking the long overdue and necessary step of finally making CHIP permanent. Urged Congress to include language that requires 12-month continuous eligibility for children on Medicaid and the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in the next reconciliation package. Stability in Medicaid and CHIP coverage will provide continuous eligibility and lessen financial stress and offer steady access to needed care for children on Medicaid and CHIP and their families. Urged Congress to include provisions to expand access to affordable health care, address health equity, shore-up the health care workforce and improve and enhance the social safety net in the budget reconciliation package. These provisions provide the necessary resources to help our communities recover from the PHE. Urged Congress to incorporate the following policies in the Build Back Better budget reconciliation package: Strengthen mental health investment in Medicaid, invest in pediatric mental health infrastructure, enhance systems of care, support the pediatric mental health workforce, extend and enhance telehealth flexibilities. These policies will address the unprecedented circumstances children and families have had to face during the PHE. Expressed support for the 340B federal drug pricing program and urged Congress to consider policies that will lower the costs of prescription drugs for all living in America and ensure consideration is given to any potential impact these policies may have on 340B that could limit or reduce the savings that participating hospitals rely on to serve their patients. (S. 674) Public Health Infrastructure Saves Lives Act of 2021 - Urged Congress to include the Public Health Infrastructure Saves Lives Act in the infrastructure and jobs legislation. The Legislation would fill long-standing gaps in public health, enable modernization of archaic technologies and systems, and build a foundation for a more effective, efficient public health response to future pandemics. Urged congress to include the following targeted measures in the next COVID-19 relief package that would continue to support front-line providers: Additional resources for testing, personal protective equipment (PPE) and the Provider Relief Fund, extend the moratorium on Medicare sequestration cuts to provide financial stability during this public health emergency and providing loan forgiveness for safety-net hospitals and providers in the Medicare Accelerated and Advance Payments (AAP) program, and extend the Public Health Emergency telehealth flexibilities. Urged congress to ensure these targeted measures are included in the next COVID-19 relief package: ensure all people have equitable access to a safe, affordable and effective vaccine by strengthening vaccine distribution, improving vaccine outreach efforts, ensuring affordable access to vaccines for low-income communities, and supporting additional funding for international humanitarian and global health and vaccination programs. (H.R. 959/S. 346) - The Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021 - Expressed support for the Black Maternal Health Momnibus. This this legislation would address the maternal health disparities faced by black women and other women of color. Urged Congress to prioritize expanding affordable health care coverage, reducing health disparities, and ensuring affordable housing in any infrastructure and recovery legislative package. Urged Congress to address health disparities, promote equity and protect immigrant families in the next COVID-19 relief package by directing additional funding and support to states, localities and community-based organizations for targeted outreach, testing and treatment for vulnerable individuals and communities; ensuring states can use emergency Medicaid coverage for all immigrants who need COVID-19 testing, vaccines or treatment and do not otherwise qualify for Medicaid; providing support for language assistance resources and outreach for limited English proficient populations and other minorities, and collect, analyze and disseminate accurate public health data using race and ethnicity in order to understand and effectively address the pandemic. Expressed support for the following proposed provisions in the next COVID - 19 relief package: Provide $7.5 billion in funding for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for vaccine promotion, tracking and administration including $1 billion to promote vaccine confidence, allocate $46 billion to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for testing, tracing and monitoring activities including the implementation of a national strategy supporting the development and distribution of tests and personal protective equipment and investing in community based approaches to address the virus, provide $1.8 billion to HHS for the purchase, procurement and distribution of COVID-19 tests and testing supplies, personal protective equipment for staff and residents of congregate settings including long-term care facilities. This legislation will strengthen the national and global COVID-19 vaccination effort and promote health equity. Urged Congress to include the following measure in the next COVID - 19 relief package: Increase federal support for programs at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to address the mental health, substance abuse and opioid challenges faced by individuals, families and communities during the Public Health Emergency. Expressed support for the following provisions being considered by the Ways and Means Committee in its COVID-19 relief and budget reconciliation legislation: Provide $6 billion for tribal health programs through the Indian Health Service (IHS), and a 100% FMAP for services provided to Medicaid beneficiaries at Urban Indian Organizations and Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems. Expressed support for the following proposed provisions in the next COVID 19 relief package: Increasing the value and eligibility of premium tax subsidies in the Health Insurance Marketplaces while guaranteeing that no one will pay more than 8.5% of their income for health insurance and Creating health care subsidies for those who are unemployed and ineligible for COBRA coverage. This legislation will protect and expand health care coverage and access for recipients. Urged Congress to support at least $750 million for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2022 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. This legislation will address the unique needs of maternal and child health populations in each state, territory, and jurisdiction of the United States, promote health equity and reduce disparities in access and care experienced most acutely by Black, Tribal, Indigenous and other people of color and meet the increased demands being placed on the Block Grant. Urged Congress to provide $485 million in FY 2022 funding for The Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME). This funding would continue to provide support for sustaining pediatric training programs at childrens hospitals to meet the needs of children now and in the future, and address critical shortages in pediatric subspecialty care.

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2nd Quarter, 2021

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2021. Original Filing: 301290121.xml

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(S. 834/H.R. 2256) The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2021 - Urged Congress and President of the United States to support the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2021. This legislation would alleviate the physician shortage by gradually providing 14,000 new Medicare-supported GME positions and further invest in the physician workforce by increasing the number of Medicare-support GME positions. (S. 2986/H.R. 2503) The Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021 - Expressed support for the Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021. This legislation would continue to provide needed resources that would address the social determinants of health affecting the Medicaid population and improve health outcomes. Opposed additional cuts to the Medicare program and repurposing unused COVID-19 relief funds as financing mechanisms in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework. Medicare funds should not be used to pay for roads or bridges. Expressed support the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 and asked to work with CMS to implement the Medicaid supplemental payment reporting system by offering technical expertise and context. (S. 4108/H.R. 6539) Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act - Expressed support for the Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act. This legislation would provide an automatic federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP) increase to state Medicaid programs during an economic downturn. (S. 748/H.R. 1868) Medicare Sequester Relief Act - Expressed support for the Medicare Sequester Relief Act. This legislation would extend the 2% Medicare sequester moratorium for the duration of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) and prevent a projected 4% Medicare spending cut scheduled to begin next year. (H.R. 265) Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act - Expressed support for the Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act. This legislation will provide a long-term solution for Medicaid beneficiaries residing in the U.S. Territories, while ensuring that territorial governments are given fiscal relief to stabilize the health and economic security of their jurisdictions. Urged the House to add an increase to the FMAP of at least 12% in the COVID-19 relief and budget reconciliation legislation. This additional funding is essential for states to ensure that beneficiaries have continuous coverage during this public health emergency. (H.R. 4996) Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act - Expressed support for including the Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act in the next COVID -19 relief package and increase funding for maternal home visiting programs to improve the health and wellbeing of mothers and infants. (S. 2080/H.R. 647) Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act - Urged Congress to increase support and access to palliative care by including the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act in the next COVID - 19 relief package.

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Urged HHS to provide an extension for the deadline to utilize the remaining resources in the Provider Relief Fund. Extending the June 30 deadline by which providers must use their COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund (PRF) payments would allow providers to continue to offer services during the public health emergency. Urged Congress to support the American Recovery Plan Act. This COVID-19 relief package would expand health care access for an estimated 1.7 million people through increased support and affordability for individuals and families in the health insurance marketplaces, add incentives for states to expand Medicaid for uninsured low-income adults, provide additional resources for COVID testing, treatment, vaccinations, and add several measures to assist low-income and disadvantaged individuals and families through housing and nutrition programs. Urged congress to include the following targeted measures in the next COVID-19 relief package that would continue to support front-line providers: Additional resources for testing, personal protective equipment (PPE) and the Provider Relief Fund, extend the moratorium on Medicare sequestration cuts to provide financial stability during this public health emergency and providing loan forgiveness for safety-net hospitals and providers in the Medicare Accelerated and Advance Payments (AAP) program, and extend the Public Health Emergency telehealth flexibilities. Urged congress to ensure these targeted measures are included in the next COVID-19 relief package: ensure all people have equitable access to a safe, affordable and effective vaccine by strengthening vaccine distribution, improving vaccine outreach efforts, ensuring affordable access to vaccines for low-income communities, and supporting additional funding for international humanitarian and global health and vaccination programs. Urged HHS to restore in full the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund (PRF) reporting requirements contained in the June 19, 2020 frequently asked question (FAQ) on defining expenses and lost revenues attributable to COVID-19 and to allow hospital systems to move targeted distributions within their system to follow COVID-19 patients and the hospitals that are incurring the expenses and lost revenues directly attributable to the virus.

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(S. 674) Public Health Infrastructure Saves Lives Act of 2021 - Urged Congress to include the Public Health Infrastructure Saves Lives Act in the infrastructure and jobs legislation. The Legislation would fill long-standing gaps in public health, enable modernization of archaic technologies and systems, and build a foundation for a more effective, efficient public health response to future pandemics. Urged congress to include the following targeted measures in the next COVID-19 relief package that would continue to support front-line providers: Additional resources for testing, personal protective equipment (PPE) and the Provider Relief Fund, extend the moratorium on Medicare sequestration cuts to provide financial stability during this public health emergency and providing loan forgiveness for safety-net hospitals and providers in the Medicare Accelerated and Advance Payments (AAP) program, and extend the Public Health Emergency telehealth flexibilities. Urged congress to ensure these targeted measures are included in the next COVID-19 relief package: ensure all people have equitable access to a safe, affordable and effective vaccine by strengthening vaccine distribution, improving vaccine outreach efforts, ensuring affordable access to vaccines for low-income communities, and supporting additional funding for international humanitarian and global health and vaccination programs. (H.R. 959/S. 346) - The Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021 - Expressed support for the Black Maternal Health Momnibus. This this legislation would address the maternal health disparities faced by black women and other women of color. Urged Congress to prioritize expanding affordable health care coverage, reducing health disparities, and ensuring affordable housing in any infrastructure and recovery legislative package. Urged Congress to address health disparities, promote equity and protect immigrant families in the next COVID-19 relief package by directing additional funding and support to states, localities and community-based organizations for targeted outreach, testing and treatment for vulnerable individuals and communities; ensuring states can use emergency Medicaid coverage for all immigrants who need COVID-19 testing, vaccines or treatment and do not otherwise qualify for Medicaid; providing support for language assistance resources and outreach for limited English proficient populations and other minorities, and collect, analyze and disseminate accurate public health data using race and ethnicity in order to understand and effectively address the pandemic. Expressed support for the following proposed provisions in the next COVID - 19 relief package: Provide $7.5 billion in funding for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for vaccine promotion, tracking and administration including $1 billion to promote vaccine confidence, allocate $46 billion to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for testing, tracing and monitoring activities including the implementation of a national strategy supporting the development and distribution of tests and personal protective equipment and investing in community based approaches to address the virus, provide $1.8 billion to HHS for the purchase, procurement and distribution of COVID-19 tests and testing supplies, personal protective equipment for staff and residents of congregate settings including long-term care facilities. This legislation will strengthen the national and global COVID-19 vaccination effort and promote health equity. Urged Congress to include the following measure in the next COVID - 19 relief package: Increase federal support for programs at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to address the mental health, substance abuse and opioid challenges faced by individuals, families and communities during the Public Health Emergency. Expressed support for the following provisions being considered by the Ways and Means Committee in its COVID-19 relief and budget reconciliation legislation: Provide $6 billion for tribal health programs through the Indian Health Service (IHS), and a 100% FMAP for services provided to Medicaid beneficiaries at Urban Indian Organizations and Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems. Expressed support for the following proposed provisions in the next COVID 19 relief package: Increasing the value and eligibility of premium tax subsidies in the Health Insurance Marketplaces while guaranteeing that no one will pay more than 8.5% of their income for health insurance and Creating health care subsidies for those who are unemployed and ineligible for COBRA coverage. This legislation will protect and expand health care coverage and access for recipients. Urged Congress to support at least $750 million for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2022 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. This legislation will address the unique needs of maternal and child health populations in each state, territory, and jurisdiction of the United States, promote health equity and reduce disparities in access and care experienced most acutely by Black, Tribal, Indigenous and other people of color and meet the increased demands being placed on the Block Grant. Urged Congress to provide $485 million in FY 2022 funding for The Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME). This funding would continue to provide support for sustaining pediatric training programs at childrens hospitals to meet the needs of children now and in the future, and address critical shortages in pediatric subspecialty care.

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1st Quarter, 2021

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2021. Original Filing: 301264226.xml

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(S. 4108/H.R. 6539) Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act - Expressed support for the Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act. This legislation would provide an automatic federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP) increase to state Medicaid programs during an economic downturn. (S. 748/H.R. 1868) Medicare Sequester Relief Act - Expressed support for the Medicare Sequester Relief Act. This legislation would extend the 2% Medicare sequester moratorium for the duration of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) and prevent a projected 4% Medicare spending cut scheduled to begin next year. (H.R. 265) Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act - Expressed support for the Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act. This legislation will provide a long-term solution for Medicaid beneficiaries residing in the U.S. Territories, while ensuring that territorial governments are given fiscal relief to stabilize the health and economic security of their jurisdictions. Urged the House to add an increase to the FMAP of at least 12% in the COVID-19 relief and budget reconciliation legislation. This additional funding is essential for states to ensure that beneficiaries have continuous coverage during this public health emergency. (H.R. 4996) Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act - Expressed support for including the Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act in the next COVID -19 relief package and increase funding for maternal home visiting programs to improve the health and wellbeing of mothers and infants. (S. 2080/H.R. 647) Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act - Urged Congress to increase support and access to palliative care by including the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act in the next COVID - 19 relief package.

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Urged Congress to support the American Recovery Plan Act. This COVID-19 relief package would expand health care access for an estimated 1.7 million people through increased support and affordability for individuals and families in the health insurance marketplaces, add incentives for states to expand Medicaid for uninsured low-income adults, provide additional resources for COVID testing, treatment, vaccinations, and add several measures to assist low-income and disadvantaged individuals and families through housing and nutrition programs. Urged congress to include the following targeted measures in the next COVID-19 relief package that would continue to support front-line providers: Additional resources for testing, personal protective equipment (PPE) and the Provider Relief Fund, extend the moratorium on Medicare sequestration cuts to provide financial stability during this public health emergency and providing loan forgiveness for safety-net hospitals and providers in the Medicare Accelerated and Advance Payments (AAP) program, and extend the Public Health Emergency telehealth flexibilities. Urged congress to ensure these targeted measures are included in the next COVID-19 relief package: ensure all people have equitable access to a safe, affordable and effective vaccine by strengthening vaccine distribution, improving vaccine outreach efforts, ensuring affordable access to vaccines for low-income communities, and supporting additional funding for international humanitarian and global health and vaccination programs. Urged congress to bolster the social safety net by including the following targeted measures in the next COVID-19 relief package: supporting access to housing by increasing funding for emergency rental assistance, housing vouchers, 202 housing programs, extending the eviction and foreclosure moratoriums through September 30, 2021, increasing the benefits for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for all recipients through the length of the public health and economic crisis and reducing the state SNAP match requirement, supporting homelessness assistance outreach programs by providing additional Emergency Solutions Grants to state and local communities to secure additional permanent and congregate housing for individuals experiencing homelessness and raise the cap and extend the Paycheck Protection Loan program to assist nonprofits providing critical social services to those in need. Urged President Biden and Secretary Fudge to prioritize robust investments in housing vouchers, public housing, and the national Housing Trust Fund (HTF) in any future recovery or infrastructure package. These investments will provide critical and proven housing solutions to address the underlying, systemic causes of the housing and homelessness crisis in the United States. Urged HHS to restore in full the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund (PRF) reporting requirements contained in the June 19, 2020 frequently asked question (FAQ) on defining expenses and lost revenues attributable to COVID-19 and to allow hospital systems to move targeted distributions within their system to follow COVID-19 patients and the hospitals that are incurring the expenses and lost revenues directly attributable to the virus. Urged the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to take immediate to extend the Centers for Disease Controls eviction moratorium for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthen the moratorium so that it is automatic and universal, closes loopholes in the moratoriums protections, and enforces those protections. The eviction moratorium extends vital protections to renters at risk of eviction during the public health emergency.

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Urged Congress to address health disparities, promote equity and protect immigrant families in the next COVID-19 relief package by directing additional funding and support to states, localities and community-based organizations for targeted outreach, testing and treatment for vulnerable individuals and communities; ensuring states can use emergency Medicaid coverage for all immigrants who need COVID-19 testing, vaccines or treatment and do not otherwise qualify for Medicaid; providing support for language assistance resources and outreach for limited English proficient populations and other minorities, and collect, analyze and disseminate accurate public health data using race and ethnicity in order to understand and effectively address the pandemic. Expressed support for the following proposed provisions in the next COVID - 19 relief package: Provide $7.5 billion in funding for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for vaccine promotion, tracking and administration including $1 billion to promote vaccine confidence, allocate $46 billion to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for testing, tracing and monitoring activities including the implementation of a national strategy supporting the development and distribution of tests and personal protective equipment and investing in community based approaches to address the virus, provide $1.8 billion to HHS for the purchase, procurement and distribution of COVID-19 tests and testing supplies, personal protective equipment for staff and residents of congregate settings including long-term care facilities. This legislation will strengthen the national and global COVID-19 vaccination effort and promote health equity. Urged Congress to include the following measure in the next COVID - 19 relief package: Increase federal support for programs at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to address the mental health, substance abuse and opioid challenges faced by individuals, families and communities during the Public Health Emergency. Expressed support for the following provisions being considered by the Ways and Means Committee in its COVID-19 relief and budget reconciliation legislation: Provide $6 billion for tribal health programs through the Indian Health Service (IHS), and a 100% FMAP for services provided to Medicaid beneficiaries at Urban Indian Organizations and Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems. Expressed support for the following proposed provisions in the next COVID 19 relief package: Increasing the value and eligibility of premium tax subsidies in the Health Insurance Marketplaces while guaranteeing that no one will pay more than 8.5% of their income for health insurance and Creating health care subsidies for those who are unemployed and ineligible for COBRA coverage. This legislation will protect and expand health care coverage and access for recipients. Urged Congress to support at least $750 million for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Services Block Grant in the FY2022 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education & Related Agencies Appropriations bill. This legislation will address the unique needs of maternal and child health populations in each state, territory, and jurisdiction of the United States, promote health equity and reduce disparities in access and care experienced most acutely by Black, Tribal, Indigenous and other people of color and meet the increased demands being placed on the Block Grant. Urged Congress to provide $485 million in FY 2022 funding for The Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME). This funding would continue to provide support for sustaining pediatric training programs at childrens hospitals to meet the needs of children now and in the future, and address critical shortages in pediatric subspecialty care.

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4th Quarter, 2020

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2021. Original Filing: 301240836.xml

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Urged Congress to extend the moratorium on looming automatic 2% cuts (sequestration) in the Medicare program and $4 billion cuts in the Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) program the duration of the public health emergency and at least until the end of 2021 to ensure providers have the resources to continue to care for patients and communities during this pandemic. Urged Congress to include language in the Continuing Resolution (CR) that eliminates the Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) reductions slated to begin on December 1 of this year. Urged the House to support H.R. 2477, the Beneficiary Enrollment Notification an Eligibility Simplification (BENES) Act of 2019 which would modernize and simplify the Medicare Part B enrollment process as recommended by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC). Urged the House to support H.R. 3935, the Protecting Patients Transportation to Care Act which would amend the Medicaid statute to include non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) in the list of mandatory Medicaid benefits by codifying current Medicaid NEMT regulations. Urged the House to support H.R. 5201, the Tele-Mental Health Expansion Act of 2019 would permanently include a patients home as an eligible originating site for mental health services delivered via telehealth in the Medicare program. Urged Congress to increase the FMAP for Medicaid by 5.8 percent for a total increase of 12 percent to ensure states capacity to provide access to care though Medicaid in then next round of financial relief. Urged HHS to ensure that a proportional amount of the remaining Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund (PHSSEF) and any additional relief funding appropriated by Congress, is provided quickly to ALL Medicaid providers and health professionals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Urged the House to support the H.R. 826, Expressing disapproval of the Trump administrations harmful actions towards Medicaid. This resolution seeks to reverse the recent guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) titled Healthy Adult Opportunity, which would essentially cap or block grant funding for certain populations. CMS-2393-P Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation; Proposed Rule (84 Federal Register 63722, November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS not to finalize the proposed MFAR. The proposed rule could force states to reduce the size of their Medicaid programs by covering fewer beneficiaries, restricting health care services or reducing provider payment rates. Urged the House to support H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Act Now of 2019, which includes proposals to lower the costs of prescription drugs through Medicare negotiation authority and also includes new Medicare protections and additional coverage. Urged the House to support H.R. 4650, the Medicare Dental Act of 2019, which would add a dental benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4665, the Medicare Vision Act of 2019, which would a vision benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4618, the Medicare Hearing Act of 2019, which would add a hearing benefit to Part B including hearing aids. 2393-P - Request for Extension of Comment Period for Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation, 84 Fed. Reg. 63722 (November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS to extend the comment period on the proposed rule for at least 60 days, until March 17, 2020, to ensure that states and other stakeholders have sufficient time to provide CMS with the information it needs to make sound policy decisions. Territories Health Care Improvement Act (HR 3631) - Urged the Senate to adopt new funding levels for Medicaid in the Territories to address outdated funding mechanisms and matching rates. Urged the House and Senate to delay FY2020 funding cuts to Medicaid disproportionate share hospitals. Beneficiary Education Tools, Telehealth, and Extenders Re-authorization Act of 2019 (H.R. 3417) - Supported expanding mental and behavioral health telemedicine services to Medicare beneficiaries. Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (H.R. 3439) - Supported extending the legislation to provide research on substance use disorders, mental health, and maternal morbidity and mortality. The HEARTS and Rural Relief Act (H.R. 3429) - Supported extending the rural and critical access hospital moratorium for two years on direct supervision requirements for outpatient therapeutic services. Empowering Beneficiaries, Ensuring Access, and Strengthening Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 3253) - Supported extending Medicaid demonstration programs to improve person-centered health care across the continuum of care. Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act (H.R. 4995) and Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act of (H.R. 4996) - Urged the Senate to pass both to help to eliminate preventable pregnancy-related deaths and improve maternal health outcomes. Reauthorizing and Extending America's Community Health (REACH) Act (H.R. 2328) - Opposed a statutory payment rate. Supported elimination of DSH funding cuts for FY 2020 and 2021. Supported permanent Medicaid funding in the United States territories. Supported demonstrations for Medicare beneficiaries that promote enrollment, education, and outreach.

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(S. 3595/H.R. 6701) - Ensuring Understanding of Covid-19 to Protect Public Health Act - Expressed support for the Ensuring Understanding of Covid-19 to Protect Public Health Act. This legislation would authorize a longitudinal study of a diverse set of covid-19 patients to ensure that we are able to gain a full understanding of the disease, including long-term health impacts and the best options for treating it. Such an understanding will be essential to ensuring that health providers such as ours are able to best meet the needs of covid-19 survivors in the future. Urged the Senate to support S. 4160 - A bill to enable certain hospitals that were participating in or applied for the drug discount program under section 340B of the Public Health Service Act prior to the COVID-19 public health emergency to temporarily maintain eligibility for such program, and for other purposes. Urged the House to support H.R. 2271, the Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act which would strengthen existing efforts to better understand Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID), facilitate data collection and analysis to improve prevention efforts, and support children and families. Urged the House to support H.R. 2468, the School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Act which would encourage schools receiving asthma-related grants to have trained personnel and a comprehensive school-based allergies and asthma management program. Urged the House to support H.R. 7539, the Strengthening Behavioral Parity Act contains numerous provisions to improve existing law, most notable prohibiting health insurance plans from imposing less favorable benefit limitations on mental and substance use disorder treatments than on medical and surgical benefits. Urged the House to support H.R. 1646, the Helping Emergency Responders Overcome (HERO) Act of 2019 which would support the mental health of our first responders by authorizing grants for peer support behavioral health and wellness programs within fire departments and emergency medical service agencies. Urged the House to support H.R. 4564, the Suicide Prevention Lifeline Improvement Act of 2019 which would significantly increase the funding levels for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline while also directing HHS to conduct research and analysis on best practices to ensure continued success of the program. Urged the House to support H.R. 4585, the Campaign to Prevent Suicide Act whick would direct HHS, in coordination with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), to carry out a national suicide prevention media campaign to advertise the new 9-8-8 number, when it becomes effective, raise awareness for suicide prevention resources, and cultivate a more effective discourse on how to prevent suicide. Urged the House to support H.R. 5619, the Suicide Prevention Act which would establish grant programs at the CDC and SAMHSA to prevent self-harm and suicide to be awarded to public health departments and to hospital emergency departments. Urged the House to support H.R. 4194, the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2019 which amends the Communications Act to designate 9-8-8 as the universal dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. (S. 3721/ H.R. 6763) COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act - Expressed support for the COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act. This legislation would address the health disparities faced by minority communities during the pandemic and would establish a permanent Infectious Disease Racial Disparities task force to ensure that in future pandemics, our health care system and emergency response addresses the issues of racial and ethnic health disparities. (H.R. 6638) Reducing COVID-19 Disparities by Investing in Public Health Act - Expressed support for the Reducing COVID-19 Disparities by Investing in Public Health Act. This legislation would increase the annual funding for the Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Fund, the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, and the various offices of Minority Health within the Office of the Secretary of HHS, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Food and Drug Administration, the Health Resources and Services Administration, and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. These agencies play a major role in understanding racial and ethnic health disparities, while also engaging in policy solutions towards their elimination. (H.R 1425) Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act - Urged House to vote for passage of this bill. This legislation provides several necessary additions and improvements to the landmark Affordable Care Act (ACA), ensuring that accessible and affordable care is available for all those who need it in our country. Senate Committee on Finance requested information and solutions for improving maternal health. Responded to the committee with ways to identify and implement high-quality and effective health care services and gave a specific example of a tool developed by a CHA member. Coronavirus Immigrant Families Protection Act (H.R. 6437) - Supports modifying immigration policies that would deter immigrants from seeking health services for the duration of the coronavirus emergency and for 60 days after the emergency ends, ensure that everyone has access to covid-19 testing, treatment, and vaccines, and provide $100 million for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to provide language access and public outreach. Improve Childrens Access to Care: Increase Funding for the Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Requested Congress support for childrens health and provide $465 million in funding for CHGME for FY 2021. Urged the House to support H.R. 3398, the Pathways to Health Careers Act of 2019, which includes legislation that extends the current Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) demonstration grants and aims to increase the pipeline of the health care workforce, including in rural areas and the territories. No Surprises Act (H.R. 3630) - Opposed the establishment of a statutory payment rate. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 647, S.2080) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Protecting Americans with Pre-existing Conditions Act (H.R. 986) - Supported affordable health care coverage and consumer protections for patients with pre-existing conditions. Health Care Affordability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1868) - Supported reducing insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs in the insurance marketplace for low-income families not eligible for tax credits. Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987) - Supported lowering prescription drug costs and strengthening the Affordable Care Act exchange market. Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 2062) - Supported the alignment of substance use disorder health records with HIPAA protections. Supported the 340B outpatient drug pricing program for safety net hospitals. Lower Health Care Costs Act (S. 1895) - Opposed the proposed bill amendment which would reduce the scope and effectiveness of the 340B outpatient drug pricing program. Supported protection against surprise medical bills. Opposed a statue payment rate. The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019 (H.R. 1763, S. 348) - Supported increased physician training in geriatric care and telemedicine to improve patient health care access.

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Urged the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to prioritize immigrants and their families when planning and implementing a COVID-19 vaccine distribution program by addressing fears, removing structural barriers, and inadequate outreach that may cause many to go unvaccinated and exacerbate the devastation and long-term consequences of this public health crisis. (H.R.6788/S.3599) Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act - Urged Congress to consider quick passage of the Health Workforce Resilience Act. This legislation will provide a long-term solution for immigrant workers by recapturing 15,000 unused employment-based immigrant visas from prior years for physicians and 25,000 for professional nurses. By providing a fast track to permanent residency this will allow greater flexibility in work assignments, helping our Catholic facilities extend their healing mission to where the needs are greatest. Removing Barriers to Care During the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Pandemic - Urged DHS and its components to remove barriers to healthcare access so that immigrants may safely comply with government recommendations during this global pandemic health crisis. The GRACE Act (H.R. 2146, S. 1088) - Opposed setting a limit on refugee admissions. No Federal Funds for Public Charge Act of 2019 (H.R. 3222) - Supported maintaining the current definition of Public Charge to ensure continued access to Medicaid and other federal assistance programs. American Dream and Promise Act of 2019 (H.R. 6) - Expressed support for young adults who entered the United States as children to be granted a special immigration status, creating a pathway to citizenship.

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Urged Congress to fund the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) Office on Smoking and Health (OSH) at the House-passed funding level of $240 million. The House-passed level provides a $10 million increase for OSH and is vitally important to respond to alarming e-cigarette usage rates among youth and the devastating toll that tobacco continues to take on our nations health during the COVID-19 pandemic. (H.R. 2339) The Reversing the Youth Tobacco Epidemic Act - Opposed any amendments that would weaken the FDAs authority over cigars including an amendment that would add language that was adopted during the Energy and Commerce Committees consideration of H.R. 2339. Urged the House to support H.R. 2339, the Reversing the Youth Tobacco Epidemic Act of 2019. This legislation will address the current youth e-cigarette epidemic that is undermining the progress made in reducing youth tobacco use. HHS Removal of Mint E-Cigarettes - Supported proposal to clear market of all non-tobacco-flavored e-cigarettes, including mint and menthol flavors.

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Urged HHS to restore in full the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund (PRF) reporting requirements contained in the June 19, 2020 frequently asked question (FAQ) on defining expenses and lost revenues attributable to COVID-19 and to allow hospital systems to move targeted distributions within their system to follow COVID-19 patients and the hospitals that are incurring the expenses and lost revenues directly attributable to the virus. (RIN 0991-AC24) Securing Updated and Necessary Statutory Evaluations Timely - Urged HHS to withdraw the proposed rule in its entirety. The proposed rule would cause great disruption for Medicare, Medicaid and other federal health programs and have serious consequences for the people who rely on those programs. Urged the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to take immediate action to prevent a catastrophic wave of evictions this winter by extending, improving, and enforcing the federal eviction moratorium issued by the CDC. The eviction moratorium extends vital protections to renters at risk of eviction during the pandemic. (H.R.6820/S.3685) Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act - Urged Congress to include the Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act in the next coronavirus relief package. This legislation would provide states, localities, territories, and tribes with flexible resources to provide direct support to households in need with short term and medium-term rental assistance or to cover up to 6 months of back-rent and late fees. The funds may also be used to stabilize households by helping to address the cost of security deposits and utility deposits and payments, among other expenses. Urged Congress to include the following targeted measures in the next supplemental legislative package; increased financial support and protection for our front-line health care facilities and providers; protect and Expand Health Care Coverage and Access; and bolster the Social Safety Net. This legislation will continue to provide our nation with crucial resources needed to combat covid-19 and support the health and economic security of individuals, families and communities. (H.R.6800/S.2248) Heroes Act - Urged Congress to consider quick passage of the Heroes Act. This legislation provides measures to meet these three key focus areas, including enhanced funding for rapid covid-19 testing and protective personal equipment for health care personnel, replenishment of the Public Health emergency fund and relief for Medicaid providers, re-opening of the health care Exchange and financial assistance for those losing employer-based coverage, and additional assistance for housing and nutrition programs that are helping to keep poor and vulnerable populations healthy during the pandemic. Urged the Senate to support the inclusion of S. 1018, the Protecting Jessica Grubbs Legacy Act, in the third copvid-19 supplemental coronavirus response that bill include robust provisions directly supporting hospitals, long-term care and other health care organizations. Urged the House to work toward bipartisan passage of a coronavirus response bill. This legislation must contain immediate remedies that promote public health and protects the health and economic well-being of individuals, their families and communities. CARES ACT- Urged Congress to expeditiously work toward bipartisan passage of a third supplemental coronavirus response bill that would include targeted financial and policy measures to hospitals, long-term care facilities and other health care organizations that are on the front lines of the epidemic. CARES ACT - Urged Congress to include robust provisions directly supporting hospitals, long-term care and other health care organizations in the third supplemental coronavirus bill. More needs to be done to ensure that hospitals and other health care providers receive immediate resources to address this pandemic, expand critical operations and protect health care workers, patients and their communities. Urged Congress to include emergency assistance funding to help prevent housing instability and homelessness as a result of the outbreak.

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Urged the Vice President to reconsider the recent revision to testing guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which would diminish the importance of testing asymptomatic individuals who were exposed to COVID-19. This revision does not reflect the best available science and the best interest of the publics health and has resulted in confusion among public health and medical professionals and the public. Supported development of the National Institue of Health COVID-19 Treatment Guidelines and requested an opportunity to provide evidence based and expert Palliative Care content for inclusion in the NIH COVID-19 Treatment Guidelines. Urged the President to reconsider his decision to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization.

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3rd Quarter, 2020

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2020. Original Filing: 301222324.xml

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Urged Congress to include language in the Continuing Resolution (CR) that eliminates the Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) reductions slated to begin on December 1 of this year. Urged the House to support H.R. 2477, the Beneficiary Enrollment Notification an Eligibility Simplification (BENES) Act of 2019 which would modernize and simplify the Medicare Part B enrollment process as recommended by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC). Urged the House to support H.R. 3935, the Protecting Patients Transportation to Care Act which would amend the Medicaid statute to include non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) in the list of mandatory Medicaid benefits by codifying current Medicaid NEMT regulations. Urged the House to support H.R. 5201, the Tele-Mental Health Expansion Act of 2019 would permanently include a patients home as an eligible originating site for mental health services delivered via telehealth in the Medicare program. Urged Congress to increase the FMAP for Medicaid by 5.8 percent for a total increase of 12 percent to ensure states capacity to provide access to care though Medicaid in then next round of financial relief. Urged HHS to ensure that a proportional amount of the remaining Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund (PHSSEF) and any additional relief funding appropriated by Congress, is provided quickly to ALL Medicaid providers and health professionals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Urged the House to support the H.R. 826, Expressing disapproval of the Trump administrations harmful actions towards Medicaid. This resolution seeks to reverse the recent guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) titled Healthy Adult Opportunity, which would essentially cap or block grant funding for certain populations. CMS-2393-P Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation; Proposed Rule (84 Federal Register 63722, November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS not to finalize the proposed MFAR. The proposed rule could force states to reduce the size of their Medicaid programs by covering fewer beneficiaries, restricting health care services or reducing provider payment rates. Urged the House to support H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Act Now of 2019, which includes proposals to lower the costs of prescription drugs through Medicare negotiation authority and also includes new Medicare protections and additional coverage. Urged the House to support H.R. 4650, the Medicare Dental Act of 2019, which would add a dental benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4665, the Medicare Vision Act of 2019, which would a vision benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4618, the Medicare Hearing Act of 2019, which would add a hearing benefit to Part B including hearing aids. 2393-P - Request for Extension of Comment Period for Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation, 84 Fed. Reg. 63722 (November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS to extend the comment period on the proposed rule for at least 60 days, until March 17, 2020, to ensure that states and other stakeholders have sufficient time to provide CMS with the information it needs to make sound policy decisions. Territories Health Care Improvement Act (HR 3631) - Urged the Senate to adopt new funding levels for Medicaid in the Territories to address outdated funding mechanisms and matching rates. Urged the House and Senate to delay FY2020 funding cuts to Medicaid disproportionate share hospitals. Beneficiary Education Tools, Telehealth, and Extenders Re-authorization Act of 2019 (H.R. 3417) - Supported expanding mental and behavioral health telemedicine services to Medicare beneficiaries. Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (H.R. 3439) - Supported extending the legislation to provide research on substance use disorders, mental health, and maternal morbidity and mortality. The HEARTS and Rural Relief Act (H.R. 3429) - Supported extending the rural and critical access hospital moratorium for two years on direct supervision requirements for outpatient therapeutic services. Empowering Beneficiaries, Ensuring Access, and Strengthening Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 3253) - Supported extending Medicaid demonstration programs to improve person-centered health care across the continuum of care. Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act (H.R. 4995) and Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act of (H.R. 4996) - Urged the Senate to pass both to help to eliminate preventable pregnancy-related deaths and improve maternal health outcomes. Reauthorizing and Extending America's Community Health (REACH) Act (H.R. 2328) - Opposed a statutory payment rate. Supported elimination of DSH funding cuts for FY 2020 and 2021. Supported permanent Medicaid funding in the United States territories. Supported demonstrations for Medicare beneficiaries that promote enrollment, education, and outreach.

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Urged the Senate to support S. 4160 - A bill to enable certain hospitals that were participating in or applied for the drug discount program under section 340B of the Public Health Service Act prior to the COVID-19 public health emergency to temporarily maintain eligibility for such program, and for other purposes. Urged the House to support H.R. 2271, the Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act which would strengthen existing efforts to better understand Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID), facilitate data collection and analysis to improve prevention efforts, and support children and families. Urged the House to support H.R. 2468, the School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Act which would encourage schools receiving asthma-related grants to have trained personnel and a comprehensive school-based allergies and asthma management program. Urged the House to support H.R. 7539, the Strengthening Behavioral Parity Act contains numerous provisions to improve existing law, most notable prohibiting health insurance plans from imposing less favorable benefit limitations on mental and substance use disorder treatments than on medical and surgical benefits. Urged the House to support H.R. 1646, the Helping Emergency Responders Overcome (HERO) Act of 2019 which would support the mental health of our first responders by authorizing grants for peer support behavioral health and wellness programs within fire departments and emergency medical service agencies. Urged the House to support H.R. 4564, the Suicide Prevention Lifeline Improvement Act of 2019 which would significantly increase the funding levels for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline while also directing HHS to conduct research and analysis on best practices to ensure continued success of the program. Urged the House to support H.R. 4585, the Campaign to Prevent Suicide Act whick would direct HHS, in coordination with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), to carry out a national suicide prevention media campaign to advertise the new 9-8-8 number, when it becomes effective, raise awareness for suicide prevention resources, and cultivate a more effective discourse on how to prevent suicide. Urged the House to support H.R. 5619, the Suicide Prevention Act which would establish grant programs at the CDC and SAMHSA to prevent self-harm and suicide to be awarded to public health departments and to hospital emergency departments. Urged the House to support H.R. 4194, the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2019 which amends the Communications Act to designate 9-8-8 as the universal dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. (S. 3721/ H.R. 6763) COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act - Expressed support for the COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act. This legislation would address the health disparities faced by minority communities during the pandemic and would establish a permanent Infectious Disease Racial Disparities task force to ensure that in future pandemics, our health care system and emergency response addresses the issues of racial and ethnic health disparities. (H.R. 6638) Reducing COVID-19 Disparities by Investing in Public Health Act - Expressed support for the Reducing COVID-19 Disparities by Investing in Public Health Act. This legislation would increase the annual funding for the Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Fund, the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, and the various offices of Minority Health within the Office of the Secretary of HHS, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Food and Drug Administration, the Health Resources and Services Administration, and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. These agencies play a major role in understanding racial and ethnic health disparities, while also engaging in policy solutions towards their elimination. (H.R 1425) Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act - Urged House to vote for passage of this bill. This legislation provides several necessary additions and improvements to the landmark Affordable Care Act (ACA), ensuring that accessible and affordable care is available for all those who need it in our country. Senate Committee on Finance requested information and solutions for improving maternal health. Responded to the committee with ways to identify and implement high-quality and effective health care services and gave a specific example of a tool developed by a CHA member. Coronavirus Immigrant Families Protection Act (H.R. 6437) - Supports modifying immigration policies that would deter immigrants from seeking health services for the duration of the coronavirus emergency and for 60 days after the emergency ends, ensure that everyone has access to covid-19 testing, treatment, and vaccines, and provide $100 million for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to provide language access and public outreach. Improve Childrens Access to Care: Increase Funding for the Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Requested Congress support for childrens health and provide $465 million in funding for CHGME for FY 2021. Urged the House to support H.R. 3398, the Pathways to Health Careers Act of 2019, which includes legislation that extends the current Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) demonstration grants and aims to increase the pipeline of the health care workforce, including in rural areas and the territories. No Surprises Act (H.R. 3630) - Opposed the establishment of a statutory payment rate. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 647, S.2080) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Protecting Americans with Pre-existing Conditions Act (H.R. 986) - Supported affordable health care coverage and consumer protections for patients with pre-existing conditions. Health Care Affordability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1868) - Supported reducing insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs in the insurance marketplace for low-income families not eligible for tax credits. Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987) - Supported lowering prescription drug costs and strengthening the Affordable Care Act exchange market. Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 2062) - Supported the alignment of substance use disorder health records with HIPAA protections. Supported the 340B outpatient drug pricing program for safety net hospitals. Lower Health Care Costs Act (S. 1895) - Opposed the proposed bill amendment which would reduce the scope and effectiveness of the 340B outpatient drug pricing program. Supported protection against surprise medical bills. Opposed a statue payment rate. The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019 (H.R. 1763, S. 348) - Supported increased physician training in geriatric care and telemedicine to improve patient health care access.

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(H.R.6788/S.3599) Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act - Urged Congress to consider quick passage of the Health Workforce Resilience Act. This legislation will provide a long-term solution for immigrant workers by recapturing 15,000 unused employment-based immigrant visas from prior years for physicians and 25,000 for professional nurses. By providing a fast track to permanent residency this will allow greater flexibility in work assignments, helping our Catholic facilities extend their healing mission to where the needs are greatest. Removing Barriers to Care During the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Pandemic - Urged DHS and its components to remove barriers to healthcare access so that immigrants may safely comply with government recommendations during this global pandemic health crisis. The GRACE Act (H.R. 2146, S. 1088) - Opposed setting a limit on refugee admissions. No Federal Funds for Public Charge Act of 2019 (H.R. 3222) - Supported maintaining the current definition of Public Charge to ensure continued access to Medicaid and other federal assistance programs. American Dream and Promise Act of 2019 (H.R. 6) - Expressed support for young adults who entered the United States as children to be granted a special immigration status, creating a pathway to citizenship.

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(H.R.6820/S.3685) Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act - Urged Congress to include the Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act in the next coronavirus relief package. This legislation would provide states, localities, territories, and tribes with flexible resources to provide direct support to households in need with short term and medium-term rental assistance or to cover up to 6 months of back-rent and late fees. The funds may also be used to stabilize households by helping to address the cost of security deposits and utility deposits and payments, among other expenses. Urged Congress to include the following targeted measures in the next supplemental legislative package; increased financial support and protection for our front-line health care facilities and providers; protect and Expand Health Care Coverage and Access; and bolster the Social Safety Net. This legislation will continue to provide our nation with crucial resources needed to combat covid-19 and support the health and economic security of individuals, families and communities. (H.R.6800/S.2248) Heroes Act - Urged Congress to consider quick passage of the Heroes Act. This legislation provides measures to meet these three key focus areas, including enhanced funding for rapid covid-19 testing and protective personal equipment for health care personnel, replenishment of the Public Health emergency fund and relief for Medicaid providers, re-opening of the health care Exchange and financial assistance for those losing employer-based coverage, and additional assistance for housing and nutrition programs that are helping to keep poor and vulnerable populations healthy during the pandemic. Urged the Senate to support the inclusion of S. 1018, the Protecting Jessica Grubbs Legacy Act, in the third copvid-19 supplemental coronavirus response that bill include robust provisions directly supporting hospitals, long-term care and other health care organizations. Urged the House to work toward bipartisan passage of a coronavirus response bill. This legislation must contain immediate remedies that promote public health and protects the health and economic well-being of individuals, their families and communities. CARES ACT- Urged Congress to expeditiously work toward bipartisan passage of a third supplemental coronavirus response bill that would include targeted financial and policy measures to hospitals, long-term care facilities and other health care organizations that are on the front lines of the epidemic. CARES ACT - Urged Congress to include robust provisions directly supporting hospitals, long-term care and other health care organizations in the third supplemental coronavirus bill. More needs to be done to ensure that hospitals and other health care providers receive immediate resources to address this pandemic, expand critical operations and protect health care workers, patients and their communities. Urged Congress to include emergency assistance funding to help prevent housing instability and homelessness as a result of the outbreak.

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2nd Quarter, 2020

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2020. Original Filing: 301200637.xml

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Urged congress to increase the FMAP for Medicaid by 5.8 percent for a total increase of 12 percent to ensure states capacity to provide access to care though Medicaid in then next round of financial relief. Urged HHS to ensure that a proportional amount of the remaining Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund (PHSSEF) and any additional relief funding appropriated by Congress, is provided quickly to ALL Medicaid providers and health professionals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Urged the House to support the H.R. 826, Expressing disapproval of the Trump administrations harmful actions towards Medicaid. This resolution seeks to reverse the recent guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) titled Healthy Adult Opportunity, which would essentially cap or block grant funding for certain populations. CMS-2393-P Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation; Proposed Rule (84 Federal Register 63722, November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS not to finalize the proposed MFAR. The proposed rule could force states to reduce the size of their Medicaid programs by covering fewer beneficiaries, restricting health care services or reducing provider payment rates. Urged the House to support H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Act Now of 2019, which includes proposals to lower the costs of prescription drugs through Medicare negotiation authority and also includes new Medicare protections and additional coverage. Urged the House to support H.R. 4650, the Medicare Dental Act of 2019, which would add a dental benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4665, the Medicare Vision Act of 2019, which would a vision benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4618, the Medicare Hearing Act of 2019, which would add a hearing benefit to Part B including hearing aids. 2393-P - Request for Extension of Comment Period for Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation, 84 Fed. Reg. 63722 (November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS to extend the comment period on the proposed rule for at least 60 days, until March 17, 2020, to ensure that states and other stakeholders have sufficient time to provide CMS with the information it needs to make sound policy decisions. Territories Health Care Improvement Act (HR 3631) - Urged the Senate to adopt new funding levels for Medicaid in the Territories to address outdated funding mechanisms and matching rates. Urged the House and Senate to delay FY2020 funding cuts to Medicaid disproportionate share hospitals. Beneficiary Education Tools, Telehealth, and Extenders Re-authorization Act of 2019 (H.R. 3417) - Supported expanding mental and behavioral health telemedicine services to Medicare beneficiaries. Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (H.R. 3439) - Supported extending the legislation to provide research on substance use disorders, mental health, and maternal morbidity and mortality. The HEARTS and Rural Relief Act (H.R. 3429) - Supported extending the rural and critical access hospital moratorium for two years on direct supervision requirements for outpatient therapeutic services. Empowering Beneficiaries, Ensuring Access, and Strengthening Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 3253) - Supported extending Medicaid demonstration programs to improve person-centered health care across the continuum of care. Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act (H.R. 4995) and Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act of (H.R. 4996) - Urged the Senate to pass both to help to eliminate preventable pregnancy-related deaths and improve maternal health outcomes. Reauthorizing and Extending America's Community Health (REACH) Act (H.R. 2328) - Opposed a statutory payment rate. Supported elimination of DSH funding cuts for FY 2020 and 2021. Supported permanent Medicaid funding in the United States territories. Supported demonstrations for Medicare beneficiaries that promote enrollment, education, and outreach.

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(S. 3721/ H.R. 6763) COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act - Expressed support for the COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act. This legislation would address the health disparities faced by minority communities during the pandemic and would establish a permanent Infectious Disease Racial Disparities task force to ensure that in future pandemics, our health care system and emergency response addresses the issues of racial and ethnic health disparities. (H.R. 6638) Reducing COVID-19 Disparities by Investing in Public Health Act - Expressed support for the Reducing COVID-19 Disparities by Investing in Public Health Act. This legislation would increase the annual funding for the Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Fund, the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, and the various offices of Minority Health within the Office of the Secretary of HHS, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Food and Drug Administration, the Health Resources and Services Administration, and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. These agencies play a major role in understanding racial and ethnic health disparities, while also engaging in policy solutions towards their elimination. (H.R 1425) Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act - Urged House to vote for passage of this bill. This legislation provides several necessary additions and improvements to the landmark Affordable Care Act (ACA), ensuring that accessible and affordable care is available for all those who need it in our country. Senate Committee on Finance requested information and solutions for improving maternal health. Responded to the committee with ways to identify and implement high-quality and effective health care services and gave a specific example of a tool developed by a CHA member. Coronavirus Immigrant Families Protection Act (H.R. 6437) - Supports modifying immigration policies that would deter immigrants from seeking health services for the duration of the coronavirus emergency and for 60 days after the emergency ends, ensure that everyone has access to covid-19 testing, treatment, and vaccines, and provide $100 million for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to provide language access and public outreach. Improve Childrens Access to Care: Increase Funding for the Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Requested Congress support for childrens health and provide $465 million in funding for CHGME for FY 2021. Urged the House to support H.R. 3398, the Pathways to Health Careers Act of 2019, which includes legislation that extends the current Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) demonstration grants and aims to increase the pipeline of the health care workforce, including in rural areas and the territories. No Surprises Act (H.R. 3630) - Opposed the establishment of a statutory payment rate. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 647, S.2080) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Protecting Americans with Pre-existing Conditions Act (H.R. 986) - Supported affordable health care coverage and consumer protections for patients with pre-existing conditions. Health Care Affordability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1868) - Supported reducing insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs in the insurance marketplace for low-income families not eligible for tax credits. Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987) - Supported lowering prescription drug costs and strengthening the Affordable Care Act exchange market. Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 2062) - Supported the alignment of substance use disorder health records with HIPAA protections. Supported the 340B outpatient drug pricing program for safety net hospitals. Lower Health Care Costs Act (S. 1895) - Opposed the proposed bill amendment which would reduce the scope and effectiveness of the 340B outpatient drug pricing program. Supported protection against surprise medical bills. Opposed a statue payment rate. The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019 (H.R. 1763, S. 348) - Supported increased physician training in geriatric care and telemedicine to improve patient health care access.

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(H.R.6820/S.3685) Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act - Urged Congress to include the Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act in the next coronavirus relief package. This legislation would provide states, localities, territories, and tribes with flexible resources to provide direct support to households in need with short term and medium-term rental assistance or to cover up to 6 months of back-rent and late fees. The funds may also be used to stabilize households by helping to address the cost of security deposits and utility deposits and payments, among other expenses. Urged congress to include the following targeted measures in the next supplemental legislative package; increased financial support and protection for our front-line health care facilities and providers; protect and Expand Health Care Coverage and Access; and bolster the Social Safety Net. This legislation will continue to provide our nation with crucial resources needed to combat covid-19 and support the health and economic security of individuals, families and communities. (H.R.6800/S.2248) Heroes Act - Urged Congress to consider quick passage of the Heroes Act. This legislation provides measures to meet these three key focus areas, including enhanced funding for rapid covid-19 testing and protective personal equipment for health care personnel, replenishment of the Public Health emergency fund and relief for Medicaid providers, re-opening of the health care Exchange and financial assistance for those losing employer-based coverage, and additional assistance for housing and nutrition programs that are helping to keep poor and vulnerable populations healthy during the pandemic. Urged the Senate to support the inclusion of S. 1018, the Protecting Jessica Grubbs Legacy Act, in the third copvid-19 supplemental coronavirus response that bill include robust provisions directly supporting hospitals, long-term care and other health care organizations. Urged the House to work toward bipartisan passage of a coronavirus response bill. This legislation must contain immediate remedies that promote public health and protects the health and economic well-being of individuals, their families and communities. CARES ACT- Urged Congress to expeditiously work toward bipartisan passage of a third supplemental coronavirus response bill that would include targeted financial and policy measures to hospitals, long-term care facilities and other health care organizations that are on the front lines of the epidemic. CARES ACT - Urged Congress to include robust provisions directly supporting hospitals, long-term care and other health care organizations in the third supplemental coronavirus bill. More needs to be done to ensure that hospitals and other health care providers receive immediate resources to address this pandemic, expand critical operations and protect health care workers, patients and their communities. Urged Congress to include emergency assistance funding to help prevent housing instability and homelessness as a result of the outbreak.

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1st Quarter, 2020

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2020. Original Filing: 301174548.xml

Lobbying Issues

Urged the House to support the H.R. 826, Expressing disapproval of the Trump administrations harmful actions towards Medicaid. This resolution seeks to reverse the recent guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) titled Healthy Adult Opportunity, which would essentially cap or block grant funding for certain populations. CMS-2393-P Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation; Proposed Rule (84 Federal Register 63722, November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS not to finalize the proposed MFAR. The proposed rule could force states to reduce the size of their Medicaid programs by covering fewer beneficiaries, restricting health care services or reducing provider payment rates. Urged the House to support H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Act Now of 2019, which includes proposals to lower the costs of prescription drugs through Medicare negotiation authority and also includes new Medicare protections and additional coverage. Urged the House to support H.R. 4650, the Medicare Dental Act of 2019, which would add a dental benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4665, the Medicare Vision Act of 2019, which would a vision benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4618, the Medicare Hearing Act of 2019, which would add a hearing benefit to Part B including hearing aids. 2393-P - Request for Extension of Comment Period for Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation, 84 Fed. Reg. 63722 (November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS to extend the comment period on the proposed rule for at least 60 days, until March 17, 2020, to ensure that states and other stakeholders have sufficient time to provide CMS with the information it needs to make sound policy decisions. Territories Health Care Improvement Act (HR 3631) - Urged the Senate to adopt new funding levels for Medicaid in the Territories to address outdated funding mechanisms and matching rates. Urged the House and Senate to delay FY2020 funding cuts to Medicaid disproportionate share hospitals. Beneficiary Education Tools, Telehealth, and Extenders Re-authorization Act of 2019 (H.R. 3417) - Supported expanding mental and behavioral health telemedicine services to Medicare beneficiaries. Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (H.R. 3439) - Supported extending the legislation to provide research on substance use disorders, mental health, and maternal morbidity and mortality. The HEARTS and Rural Relief Act (H.R. 3429) - Supported extending the rural and critical access hospital moratorium for two years on direct supervision requirements for outpatient therapeutic services. Empowering Beneficiaries, Ensuring Access, and Strengthening Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 3253) - Supported extending Medicaid demonstration programs to improve person-centered health care across the continuum of care. Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act (H.R. 4995) and Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act of (H.R. 4996) - Urged the Senate to pass both to help to eliminate preventable pregnancy-related deaths and improve maternal health outcomes. Reauthorizing and Extending America's Community Health (REACH) Act (H.R. 2328) - Opposed a statutory payment rate. Supported elimination of DSH funding cuts for FY 2020 and 2021. Supported permanent Medicaid funding in the United States territories. Supported demonstrations for Medicare beneficiaries that promote enrollment, education, and outreach.

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Improve Childrens Access to Care: Increase Funding for the Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Requested Congress support for childrens health and provide $465 million in funding for CHGME for FY 2021. Urged the House to support H.R. 3398, the Pathways to Health Careers Act of 2019, which includes legislation that extends the current Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) demonstration grants and aims to increase the pipeline of the health care workforce, including in rural areas and the territories. No Surprises Act (H.R. 3630) - Opposed the establishment of a statutory payment rate. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 647, S.2080) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Protecting Americans with Pre-existing Conditions Act (H.R. 986) - Supported affordable health care coverage and consumer protections for patients with pre-existing conditions. Health Care Affordability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1868) - Supported reducing insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs in the insurance marketplace for low-income families not eligible for tax credits. Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987) - Supported lowering prescription drug costs and strengthening the Affordable Care Act exchange market. Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 2062) - Supported the alignment of substance use disorder health records with HIPAA protections. Supported the 340B outpatient drug pricing program for safety net hospitals. Lower Health Care Costs Act (S. 1895) - Opposed the proposed bill amendment which would reduce the scope and effectiveness of the 340B outpatient drug pricing program. Supported protection against surprise medical bills. Opposed a statue payment rate. The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019 (H.R. 1763, S. 348) - Supported increased physician training in geriatric care and telemedicine to improve patient health care access.

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Removing Barriers to Care During the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Pandemic - Urged DHS and its components to remove barriers to healthcare access so that immigrants may safely comply with government recommendations during this global pandemic health crisis. The GRACE Act (H.R. 2146, S. 1088) - Opposed setting a limit on refugee admissions. No Federal Funds for Public Charge Act of 2019 (H.R. 3222) - Supported maintaining the current definition of Public Charge to ensure continued access to Medicaid and other federal assistance programs. American Dream and Promise Act of 2019 (H.R. 6) - Expressed support for young adults who entered the United States as children to be granted a special immigration status, creating a pathway to citizenship.

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Urged the Senate to support the inclusion of S. 1018, the Protecting Jessica Grubbs Legacy Act, in the third copvid-19 supplemental coronavirus response that bill include robust provisions directly supporting hospitals, long-term care and other health care organizations. Urged the House to work toward bipartisan passage of a coronavirus response bill. This legislation must contain immediate remedies that promote public health and protects the health and economic well-being of individuals, their families and communities. CARES ACT- Urged Congress to expeditiously work toward bipartisan passage of a third supplemental coronavirus response bill that would include targeted financial and policy measures to hospitals, long-term care facilities and other health care organizations that are on the front lines of the epidemic. CARES ACT - Urged Congress to include robust provisions directly supporting hospitals, long-term care and other health care organizations in the third supplemental coronavirus bill. More needs to be done to ensure that hospitals and other health care providers receive immediate resources to address this pandemic, expand critical operations and protect health care workers, patients and their communities. Urged Congress to include emergency assistance funding to help prevent housing instability and homelessness as a result of the outbreak.

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4th Quarter, 2019

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 21, 2020. Original Filing: 301126181.xml

Lobbying Issues

Urged the House to support H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Act Now of 2019, which includes proposals to lower the costs of prescription drugs through Medicare negotiation authority and also includes new Medicare protections and additional coverage. Urged the House to support H.R. 4650, the Medicare Dental Act of 2019, which would add a dental benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4665, the Medicare Vision Act of 2019, which would a vision benefit to Medicare Part B. Urged the House to support H.R. 4618, the Medicare Hearing Act of 2019, which would add a hearing benefit to Part B including hearing aids. CMS-2393-P - Request for Extension of Comment Period for Medicaid Program; Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation, 84 Fed. Reg. 63722 (November 18, 2019) - Urged CMS to extend the comment period on the proposed rule for at least 60 days, until March 17, 2020, to ensure that states and other stakeholders have sufficient time to provide CMS with the information it needs to make sound policy decisions. Territories Health Care Improvement Act (HR 3631) - Urged the Senate to adopt new funding levels for Medicaid in the Territories to address outdated funding mechanisms and matching rates. Urged the House and Senate to delay FY2020 funding cuts to Medicaid disproportionate share hospitals. Beneficiary Education Tools, Telehealth, and Extenders Re-authorization Act of 2019 (H.R. 3417) - Supported expanding mental and behavioral health telemedicine services to Medicare beneficiaries. Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (H.R. 3439) - Supported extending the legislation to provide research on substance use disorders, mental health, and maternal morbidity and mortality. The HEARTS and Rural Relief Act (H.R. 3429) - Supported extending the rural and critical access hospital moratorium for two years on direct supervision requirements for outpatient therapeutic services. Empowering Beneficiaries, Ensuring Access, and Strengthening Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 3253) - Supported extending Medicaid demonstration programs to improve person-centered health care across the continuum of care. Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act (H.R. 4995) and Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services Act of (H.R. 4996) - Urged the Senate to pass both to help to eliminate preventable pregnancy-related deaths and improve maternal health outcomes. Reauthorizing and Extending America's Community Health (REACH) Act (H.R. 2328) - Opposed a statutory payment rate. Supported elimination of DSH funding cuts for FY 2020 and 2021. Supported permanent Medicaid funding in the United States territories. Supported demonstrations for Medicare beneficiaries that promote enrollment, education, and outreach.

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Urged the House to support H.R. 3398, the Pathways to Health Careers Act of 2019, which includes legislation that extends the current Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) demonstration grants and aims to increase the pipeline of the health care workforce, including in rural areas and the territories. No Surprises Act (H.R. 3630) - Opposed the establishment of a statutory payment rate. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 647, S.2080) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Protecting Americans with Pre-existing Conditions Act (H.R. 986) - Supported affordable health care coverage and consumer protections for patients with pre-existing conditions. Health Care Affordability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1868) - Supported reducing insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs in the insurance marketplace for low-income families not eligible for tax credits. Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987) - Supported lowering prescription drug costs and strengthening the Affordable Care Act exchange market. Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 2062) - Supported the alignment of substance use disorder health records with HIPAA protections. Supported the 340B outpatient drug pricing program for safety net hospitals. Lower Health Care Costs Act (S. 1895) - Opposed the proposed bill amendment which would reduce the scope and effectiveness of the 340B outpatient drug pricing program. Supported protection against surprise medical bills. Opposed a statue payment rate. The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019 (H.R. 1763, S. 348) - Supported increased physician training in geriatric care and telemedicine to improve patient health care access.

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3rd Quarter, 2019

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 18, 2019. Original Filing: 301069428.xml

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Urged the House and Senate to delay FY2020 funding cuts to Medicaid disproportionate share hospitals. Urged the HHS Secretary to not impose work-reporting requirements on Medicaid beneficiaries as part of the Section 1115 waiver. Urged the House and Senate to address the expiration of Medicaid federal funding to the United States territories. Beneficiary Education Tools, Telehealth, and Extenders Re-authorization Act of 2019 (H.R. 3417) - Supported expanding mental and behavioral health telemedicine services to Medicare beneficiaries. Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (H.R. 3439) - Supported extending the legislation to provide research on substance use disorders, mental health, and maternal morbidity and mortality. The HEARTS and Rural Relief Act (H.R. 3429) - Supported extending the rural and critical access hospital moratorium for two years on direct supervision requirements for outpatient therapeutic services. Empowering Beneficiaries, Ensuring Access, and Strengthening Accountability Act of 2019 (H.R. 3253) - Supported extending Medicaid demonstration programs to improve person-centered health care across the continuum of care. The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019 (H.R. 1763, S. 348) - Supported increased physician training in geriatric care and telemedicine to improve patient health care access.

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No Surprises Act (H.R. 3630) - Opposed the establishment of a statutory payment rate. Reauthorizing and Extending America's Community Health (REACH) Act (H.R. 2328) - Opposed a statutory payment rate. Supported elimination of DSH funding cuts for FY 2020 and 2021. Supported permanent Medicaid funding in the United States territories. Supported demonstrations for Medicare beneficiaries that promote enrollment, education, and outreach. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 647, S.2080) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Protecting Americans with Pre-existing Conditions Act (H.R. 986) - Supported affordable health care coverage and consumer protections for patients with pre-existing conditions. Health Care Affordability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1868) - Supported reducing insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs in the insurance marketplace for low-income families not eligible for tax credits. State Health Care Premium Reduction Act (H.R. 1425) - Supported federal funding for states to create their own reinsurance programs. Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987) - Supported lowering prescription drug costs and strengthening the Affordable Care Act exchange market. Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 2062) - Supported the alignment of substance use disorder health records with HIPAA protections. Supported the 340B outpatient drug pricing program for safety net hospitals. Lower Health Care Costs Act (S. 1895) - Opposed the proposed bill amendment which would reduce the scope and effectiveness of the 340B outpatient drug pricing program. Supported protection against surprise medical bills. Opposed a statue payment rate.

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2nd Quarter, 2019

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 22, 2019. Original Filing: 301057352.xml

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Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 647) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Protecting Americans with Pre-existing Conditions Act (H.R. 986) - Supported affordable health care coverage and consumer protections for patients with pre-existing conditions. Bipartisan Background Check Acts of 2019 (H.R. 8, S. 42) - Supported universal background checks for all firearm purchases. Health Care Affordability Act of 2019 (H.R. 1868) - Supported reducing insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs in the insurance marketplace for low-income families not eligible for tax credits. State Health Care Premium Reduction Act (H.R. 1425) - Supported federal funding for states to create their own reinsurance programs. Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987) - Supported lowering prescription drug costs and strengthening the Affordable Care Act exchange market. Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 2062) - Supported the alignment of substance use disorder health records with HIPAA protections. Supported the 340B outpatient drug pricing program for safety net hospitals. Lower Health Care Costs Act (S. 1895) - Opposed the proposed bill amendment which would reduce the scope and effectiveness of the 340B outpatient drug pricing program. Supported protection against surprise medical bills. Opposed a statue payment rate.

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1st Quarter, 2019

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 16, 2019. Original Filing: 301026075.xml

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4th Quarter, 2018

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 22, 2019. Original Filing: 301013183.xml

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Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 1676, S. 693) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Patient Choice and Quality Care Act (H.R. 2797, S. 1334) - Supported the compassionate delivery of healthcare services to those with serious advanced illnesses. The Raise Family Caregivers Act (H.R. 3759) - Supported the development of programs which assist caregivers in administering care to critically ill family members. (FDA-2017-N-5608) - Urged the FDA to consider the benefits of opioid prescribing in light of seriously ill patients, and to increase provider education guidelines on pain management, palliative care and opioid misuse while developing criteria for the Opioid Policy Steering Committee. The Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680) - Supported palliative care patient access to pain management prescriptions. (CMS-9924-P) - Urged CMS to not finalize the proposed rule on short-term, limited-duration insurance plans.

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3rd Quarter, 2018

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 22, 2018. Original Filing: 300994472.xml

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Individuals in Medicaid Deserve Care that is Appropriate and Responsible in its Execution Act (H.R. 5797) - Supported greater access to the full continuum of care in treating substance use disorders. Access to Telehealth Services for Opioid Use Disorder Act (H.R. 5603) - Urged Congress to support waiving telehealth requirements for Medicare beneficiaries receiving substance use disorder treatment. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192) - Supported equal access and classification of mental health and physical health services under the Children's Health Insurance Program. CRIB Act (S. 2899) - Supported pediatric population access to Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome treatment at residential pediatric recovery centers. Help for Moms and Babies Act (S. 2922) - Supported greater access for pregnant and postpartum women to substance use disorder treatment. Medication-Assisted Treatment Improvement Act (S. 2898) - Urged Congress to eliminate the lifetime caps on medication-assisted treatment services for substance use disorders. Medicaid Substance Use Disorder Treatment via Telehealth Act (S. 2904) - Supported greater access to substance use disorder telehealth treatment for Medicaid beneficiaries. TeleCAST Act (S. 2910) - Supported greater pediatric population access to telehealth services. eTREAT Act (S. 2901) - Supported greater substance use disorder telehealth treatment access for Medicare beneficiaries. Support for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6) - Supported the expansion and availability of substance use disorder treatment to recipients in the Medicaid, Medicare, and Children's Health Insurance Program as well as the inclusion of an IMD exception.

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Senators Alexander-Murray legislative proposal - Supported the continuation of Cost-sharing Reduction payments and marketplace outreach for greater enrollment as well as the implementation of a reinsurance program. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 1676, S. 693) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Patient Choice and Quality Care Act (H.R. 2797, S. 1334) - Supported the compassionate delivery of healthcare services to those with serious advanced illnesses. The Raise Family Caregivers Act (H.R. 3759) - Supported the development of programs which assist caregivers in administering care to critically ill family members. (FDA-2017-N-5608) - Urged the FDA to consider the benefits of opioid prescribing in light of seriously ill patients, and to increase provider education guidelines on pain management, palliative care and opioid misuse while developing criteria for the Opioid Policy Steering Committee. Protecting Jessica Grubbs' Legacy Act (S. 1850)/ Overdose Prevention and Patient Safety Act (H.R. 6082) - Supported amending the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 to ensure provider access to patient substance abuse records. The Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680) - Supported palliative care patient access to pain management prescriptions. (CMS-9924-P) - Urged CMS to not finalize the proposed rule on short-term, limited-duration insurance plans.

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2nd Quarter, 2018

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 17, 2018. Original Filing: 300966223.xml

Lobbying Issues

The Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 3545 and H.R. 5795) - Supported greater access to substance use disorder treatment for Medicaid patients and the integration of opioid treatment records with state prescription monitoring programs. Individuals in Medicaid Deserve Care that is Appropriate and Responsible in its Execution Act (H.R. 5797) - Supported greater access to the full continuum of care in treating substance use disorders. Access to Telehealth Services for Opioid Use Disorder Act (H.R. 5603) - Urged Congress to support waiving telehealth requirements for Medicare beneficiaries receiving substance use disorder treatment. CHIP Mental Health Parity Act (H.R. 3192) - Supported equal access and classification of mental health and physical health services under the Children's Health Insurance Program. CRIB Act (S. 2899) - Supported pediatric population access to Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome treatment at residential pediatric recovery centers. Help for Moms and Babies Act (S. 2922) - Supported greater access for pregnant and postpartum women to substance use disorder treatment. Medication-Assisted Treatment Improvement Act (S. 2898) - Urged Congress to eliminate the lifetime caps on medication-assisted treatment services for substance use disorders. Medicaid Substance Use Disorder Treatment via Telehealth Act (S. 2904) - Supported greater access to substance use disorder telehealth treatment for Medicaid beneficiaries. TeleCAST Act (S. 2910) - Supported greater pediatric population access to telehealth services. eTREAT Act (S. 2901) - Supported greater substance use disorder telehealth treatment access for Medicare beneficiaries.

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Senators Alexander-Murray legislative proposal - Supported the continuation of Cost-sharing Reduction payments and marketplace outreach for greater enrollment as well as the implementation of a reinsurance program. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 1676, S. 639) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Patient Choice and Quality Care Act (H.R. 2797, S. 1334) - Supported the compassionate delivery of healthcare services to those with serious advanced illnesses. The Raise Family Caregivers Act (H.R. 3759) - Supported the development of programs which assist caregivers in administering care to critically ill family members. (FDA-2017-N-5608) - Urged the FDA to consider the benefits of opioid prescribing in light of seriously ill patients, and to increase provider education guidelines on pain management, palliative care and opioid misuse while developing criteria for the Opioid Policy Steering Committee. Protecting Jessica Grubbs' Legacy Act (S. 1850) - Supported amending the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 to ensure provider access to patient substance abuse records. The Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 (S. 2680) - Supported palliative care patient access to pain management prescriptions. (CMS-9924-P) - Urged CMS to not finalize the proposed rule on short-term, limited-duration insurance plans.

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1st Quarter, 2018

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 12, 2018. Original Filing: 300944035.xml

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The Overdose Prevention and Safety Act (H.R. 3545) - Supported greater access to Substance Use Disorder treatment for Medicaid patients and the integration of opioid treatment records with state prescription monitoring programs. Senators Alexander-Murray legislative proposal - Supported the continuation of Cost-sharing Reduction payments and marketplace outreach for greater enrollment as well as the implementation of a reinsurance program. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 1676, S. 639) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Patient Choice and Quality Care Act (H.R. 2797, S. 1334) - Supported the compassionate delivery of healthcare services to those with serious advanced illnesses. The Raise Family Caregivers Act (H.R. 3759) - Supported the development of programs which assist caregivers in administering care to critically ill family members. (FDA-2017-N-5608) - Urged the FDA to consider the benefits of opioid prescribing in light of seriously ill patients, and to increase provider education guidelines on pain management, palliative care and opioid misuse while developing criteria for the Opioid Policy Steering Committee. The Legacy Act (S. 1850) - Supported amending the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 to ensure provider access to patient substance abuse records.

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4th Quarter, 2017

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 19, 2018. Original Filing: 300928076.xml

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The American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628); Better Care Reconciliation Act; Senators Graham-Cassidy legislative proposal; Senators Alexander-Murray legislative proposal - Opposed the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid expansion. Supported the continuation of Cost-sharing Reduction payments and marketplace outreach for greater enrollment as well as the implementation of a reinsurance program. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 1676, S. 639) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Patient Choice and Quality Care Act (H.R. 2797, S. 1334) - Supported the compassionate delivery of healthcare services to those with serious advanced illnesses. The Raise Family Caregivers Act (H.R. 3759) - Supported the development of programs which assist caregivers in administering care to critically ill family members. (FDA-2017-N-5608) - Urged the FDA to consider the benefits of opioid prescribing in light of seriously ill patients, and to increase provider education guidelines on pain management, palliative care and opioid misuse while developing criteria for the Opioid Policy Steering Committee. The Legacy Act (S. 1850) - Supported amending the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 to ensure provider access to patient substance abuse records. Urged Congress to support Affordable Care Act insurance marketplace stabilization including upholding the individual insurance coverage mandate penalty.

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3rd Quarter, 2017

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 18, 2017. Original Filing: 300907304.xml

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The American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628); Better Care Reconciliation Act; Graham-Cassidy legislative proposal - Opposed the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid expansion. Supported the continuation of Cost-sharing Reduction payments and marketplace outreach for greater enrollment as well as the implementation of a reinsurance program. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 1676, S. 639) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Patient Choice and Quality Care Act (H.R. 2797, S. 1334) - Supported the compassionate delivery of healthcare services to those with serious advanced illnesses. The Legacy Act (S. 1850) - Supported amending the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 to ensure provider access to patient substance abuse records. Urged Congress to support Affordable Care Act insurance marketplace stabilization.

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2nd Quarter, 2017

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 13, 2017. Original Filing: 300884538.xml

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1st Quarter, 2017

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2017. Original Filing: 300874382.xml

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4th Quarter, 2016

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 23, 2017. Original Filing: 300856937.xml

Lobbying Issues

Urged Congress to protect the Medicaid Coverage expansion in discussions relative to Repeal of the Affordable Care Act. The Helping Hospitals Improve Patient Care Act (H.R. 5273) - Expressed support to enable vulnerable and underserved populations access to quality care. Expressed support for S.3129/H.R. 5613, which would provide the extension of the enforcement moratorium on "direct supervision" requirements for outpatient therapeutic services in critical access and small rural hospitals under Medicare. Common Sense Savings Act of 2016 (H.R. 4725) - Urged Congress to not cut critical funding for Medicaid, CHIP, and the Public and Prevention Fund. The Care Planning Act of 2015 (S. 1549)- Expressed support of bipartisan legislation that would help ensure that Medicare patients facing serious or life-threatening illness have access to care planning and coordination of services to ensure patients receive the care they want and need. Comments to the Senate Finance Committee's Chronic Care working group.

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21st Century Cures Act (H.R. 34) - Expressed support for the legislation including the comprehensive mental health reform and Medicare readmission program modifications. Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Extension Act (S.607) - Expressed support for the Rural Community Hospital program to provide quality care to the elderly. Mental Health First Aid (H.R. 1877) - Urged Congress for the creation of additional programs to enable greater mental health awareness and access to timely treatment. Family First Prevention Services Act (H.R. 5456) - Promoted family-based care for special needs children. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 3119) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Mental Health Reform Act of 2016 (S. 2680) - Urged Congress to establish new grant programs to strengthen mental health parity. Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646) - Expressed support for Congress to provide improved crisis response services, increased research and early intervention, and integrated mental health, substance abuse and primary care.

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3rd Quarter, 2016

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 14, 2016. Original Filing: 300827940.xml

Lobbying Issues

Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Programs; Organ Procurement and Organizational Reporting and Communication; Transparent Outcome Measures and Documentation Requirements; Electronic Health Record Incentive Programs; Payment to Certain Off-Campus Outpatient Departments of a Provider; Hospital Value-Based Purchasing Program; Proposed Rule (CMS-1656-P): Urges CMS to delay implementation of Section 603 for at least one year to simplify and clarify its policies and to ensure that all Medicare providers are reimbursed for the services they provide; Objects to any policy that precludes payment under the program to any Medicare provider or supplier who lawfully and pursuant to the provider or supplier agreement furnishes services to a Medicare beneficiary, absent clear statutory authority to do so; Opposes the payment proposal for FY 2017;Urges CMS to finalize a rule that provides an exception from Section 603 for hospitals that provided billable services before November 2, 2015, regardless of when the bill was submitted and delay implementation of the rule; Supports the proposal to establish a 90-day reporting period for 2016 for eligible professionals, hospitals and CAHs who have previously demonstrated meaningful use. Medicare Program; Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and the Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System and Proposed Policy Changes and Fiscal Year 2017 Rates; Quality Reporting Requirements for Specific Providers; Graduate Medical Education; Hospital Notification Procedures Applicable to Beneficiaries Receiving Observation Services; and Technical Changes Relating to Costs for Organizational and Medicare Cost Reports; Proposed Rule (CMS-1655-P): Urges CMS to interpret and apply the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 to restore the 2017 documentation and coding adjustment amount to the .8 percent decrease; Restore .2 percentage points along with an additional .6 percentage points to compensate for three fiscal years of payment reductions; Transition to the use of uncompensated care costs, as derived from the worksheet S-10 data to a 5-year transition plan; Include the unreimbursed costs of public health care programs in the definition of uncompensated care; Provide the Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice in additional languages and in a consistent, clear time frame; Phase out and replace the use of PSI-90; Phase in the increase of the required electronic measures reported; Include sociodemographic factor risk adjustment as care quality measures. Common Sense Savings Act of 2016 (H.R. 4725) - Urged Congress to not cut critical funding for Medicaid, CHIP, and the Public and Prevention Fund. The Care Planning Act of 2015 (S. 1549)- Expressed support of bipartisan legislation that would help ensure that Medicare patients facing serious or life-threatening illness have access to care planning and coordination of services to ensure patients receive the care they want and need. Comments to the Senate Finance Committee's Chronic Care working group.

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Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Extension Act (S.607) - Expressed support for the Rural Community Hospital program to provide quality care to the elderly. Mental Health First Aid (H.R. 1877) - Urged Congress for the creation of additional programs to enable greater mental health awareness and access to timely treatment. Family First Prevention Services Act (H.R. 5456) - Promoted family-based care for special needs children. Expressed support for S.3129/H.R. 5613, providing for the extension of the enforcement moratorium on direct supervision requirements for outpatient therapeutic services in critical access and small rural hospitals through 2016. Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 3119) - Urged Congress to support palliative care education for medical providers and reduce barriers to care for patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Mental Health Reform Act of 2016 (S. 2680) - Urged Congress to establish new grant programs to strengthen mental health parity. Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646) - Expressed support for Congress to provide improved crisis response services, increased research and early intervention, and integrated mental health, substance abuse and primary care.

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2nd Quarter, 2016

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2016. Original Filing: 300819381.xml

Lobbying Issues

Medicare Program; Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems for Acute Care Hospitals and the Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System and Proposed Policy Changes and Fiscal Year 2017 Rates; Quality Reporting Requirements for Specific Providers; Graduate Medical Education; Hospital Notification Procedures Applicable to Beneficiaries Receiving Observation Services; and Technical Changes Relating to Costs for Organizational and Medicare Cost Reports; Proposed Rule (CMS-1655-P): Urges CMS to interpret and apply the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 to restore the 2017 documentation and coding adjustment amount to the .8 percent decrease; Restore .2 percentage points along with an additional .6 percentage points to compensate for three fiscal years of payment reductions; Transition to the use of uncompensated care costs, as derived from the worksheet S-10 data to a 5-year transition plan; Include the unreimbursed costs of public health care programs in the definition of uncompensated care; Provide the Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice in additional languages and in a consistent, clear time frame; Phase out and replace the use of PSI-90; Phase in the increase of the required electronic measures reported; Include sociodemographic factor risk adjustment as care quality measures. Common Sense Savings Act of 2016 (H.R. 4725) - Urged Congress to not cut critical funding for Medicaid, CHIP, and the Public and Prevention Fund. The Care Planning Act of 2015 (S. 1549)- Expressed support of bipartisan legislation that would help ensure that Medicare patients facing serious or life-threatening illness have access to care planning and coordination of services to ensure patients receive the care they want and need. Promoting Access, Competition, and Equity Act of 2015 (HR 2513)- Urged opposition to expanding physician-owned hospitals under Medicare. Comments to the Senate Finance Committee's Chronic Care working group. Urged the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release, in the immediate future, a final rule making modifications to the meaningful use requirements under the Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Programs for fiscal years (FY) 2015 to 2017. Support for the Medicaid program as currently structured.

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Mental Health Reform Act of 2016 (S. 2680) - Urged Congress to establish new grant programs to strengthen mental health parity. Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646) - Expressed support for Congress to provide improved crisis response services, increased research and early intervention, and integrated mental health, substance abuse and primary care. Restoring Americans' Healthcare Freedom Reconciliation Act of 2015 (H.R. 3762)- Urged Congress to oppose legislation. Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697) - Concerns regarding the protection of human health and the environment. Urged Congress to take timely action to enact standards on carbon pollution from power plants, such as the standards in the Clean Power Plan, and to support the Green Climate Fund, which helps developing countries adapt to climate change.

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1st Quarter, 2016

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 19, 2016. Original Filing: 300796318.xml

Lobbying Issues

Common Sense Savings Act of 2016 (H.R. 4725) Urged Congress to not cut critical funding for Medicaid, CHIP, and the Public and Prevention Fund. The Care Planning Act of 2015 (S. 1549) Expressed support of bipartisan legislation that would help ensure that Medicare patients facing serious or life-threatening illness have access to care planning and coordination of services to ensure patients receive the care they want and need. Promoting Access, Competition, and Equity Act of 2015 (HR 2513)- Urged opposition to expanding physician-owned hospitals under Medicare. Comments to the Senate Finance Committee's Chronic Care working group. Urged the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release, in the immediate future, a final rule making modifications to the meaningful use requirements under the Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Programs for fiscal years (FY) 2015 to 2017. Support for the Medicaid program as currently structured.

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4th Quarter, 2015

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 14, 2016. Original Filing: 300771951.xml

Lobbying Issues

The Care Planning Act of 2015 (S. 1549) Expressed support of bipartisan legislation that would help ensure that Medicare patients facing serious or life-threatening illness have access to care planning and coordination of services to ensure patients receive the care they want and need. The 2016 Concurrent Budget Resolution (S. Con. Res. 11)- Urged Congress to reject the massive and draconian proposed cuts of $1 trillion to Medicaid, Medicare and other safety net health care spending in the FY2016 budget resolution. Promoting Access, Competition, and Equity Act of 2015 (HR 2513)- Urged opposition to expanding physician-owned hospitals under Medicare. Comments to the Senate Finance Committee's Chronic Care working group. Urged the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release, in the immediate future, a final rule making modifications to the meaningful use requirements under the Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Programs for fiscal years (FY) 2015 to 2017. Support for the Medicaid programs as currently structured.

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3rd Quarter, 2015

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2015. Original Filing: 300762690.xml

Lobbying Issues

The 2016 Concurrent Budget Resolution (S. Con. Res. 11)- Urged Congress to reject the massive and draconian proposed cuts of $1 trillion to Medicaid, Medicare and other safety net health care spending in the FY2016 budget resolution. Care Planning Act of 2015 (S. 1549)- A bill providing for advanced illness care coordination services for Medicare beneficiaries. Stage 3 requirements for the Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record Incentive program. Promoting Access, Competition, and Equity Act of 2015 (HR 2513)- Urged opposition to expanding physician-owned hospitals under Medicare. Comments to the Senate Finance Committee's Chronic Care working group. Urged the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release, in the immediate future, a final rule making modifications to the meaningful use requirements under the Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Programs for fiscal years (FY) 2015 to 2017. Support for the Medicaid programs as currently structured.

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2nd Quarter, 2015

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2015. Original Filing: 300743205.xml

Lobbying Issues

Urged Congress to oppose any additional hospital Medicare and Medicaid cuts to offset the cost of resolving the SGR. The 2016 Concurrent Budget Resolution (S. Con. Res. 11)- Urged Congress to reject the massive and draconian proposed cuts of $1 trillion to Medicaid, Medicare and other safety net health care spending in the FY2016 budget resolution. Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (H.R 2) - Urged support of the bipartisan compromise to permanently resolve the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR), move physicians toward payment based on value rather than volume. It would also provide critical funding extension of the state Childrens Health Insurance Program, as well as Medicare and Medicaid provisions that would ensure low-income Medicare beneficiaries receive premium support from Medicaid; low-income families continue to receive Medicaid coverage as they transition from TANF to work; and Medicaid disproportionate share hospital payments remain. Trade Act of 2015 (HR 1314)- Opposed the inclusion of Medicare sequestration cuts to offset the cost of the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) program. Care Planning Act of 2015 (S. 1549)- A bill providing for advanced illness care coordination services for Medicare beneficiaries. Stage 3 requirements for the Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record Incentive program. Promoting Access, Competition, and Equity Act of 2015 (HR 2513)- Urged opposition to expanding physician-owned hospitals under Medicare. Comments to the Senate Finance Committee's Chronic Care working group.

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1st Quarter, 2015

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2015. Original Filing: 300724346.xml

Lobbying Issues

Urged Congress to oppose any additional hospital Medicare and Medicaid cuts to offset the cost of resolving the SGR. Urged Congress to reject the massive and draconian proposed cuts of $1 trillion to Medicaid, Medicare and other safety net health care spending in the FY2016 budget resolution. Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (H.R 2) - a bipartisan compromise to permanently resolve the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR), move physicians toward payment based on value rather than volume. It would also provide critical funding extension of the state Childrens Health Insurance Program, as well as Medicare and Medicaid provisions that would ensure low-income Medicare beneficiaries receive premium support from Medicaid; low-income families continue to receive Medicaid coverage as they transition from TANF to work; and Medicaid disproportionate share hospital payments remain.

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4th Quarter, 2014

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2015. Original Filing: 300703847.xml

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Urged Congress to increase funding at the level of $3.7 billion requested by the Administration to provide the Departments of Health and Human Services/Office of Refugee Resettlement, Homeland Security, Justice and others with adequate resources to ensure that children are receiving the proper treatment and services based on their unique needs and vulnerabilities. Urged Congress to reject any proposal to change the statutes in the Trafficking Victims Protection Act regarding the process for unaccompanied children from non-contiguous countries in order to expedite removal proceedings, which would undermine child safety and due process. S.744 - The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act - Urged the House of Representatives to approve comprehensive immigration reform legislation.

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Record (EHR) Incentive Program in 2015 - Request HHS provide for a shortened, 90-day EHR reporting period in 2015, which would give time for providers to continue their transition without having to drop out of the program. Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) - Urged Congress to take action and continue funding the programs. DSH Reduction relief Act of 2013 (S.1555 and H.R. 1920) Urged Congress to support legislation which would delay scheduled reductions to the Medicare and Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) programs to allow states additional time to determine the level of health care coverage expansions. S. 2110 - the Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014 - Urged Senators to enact legislation to repeal and replace the Medicare physician payment formula, specifically the sustainable growth rate (SGR) to ensure adequate Medicare reimbursement for physicians who treat seniors. Urged the Department of Health and Human Services to continue to promote the Medicaid final rule which would ensure that individual's rights and protections under Medicaid are upheld when considering state Medicaid 1115 waivers. Urged Congress to extend the HEN program for at least an additional year. S. 569 and H.R. 1179 Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2013 - The bill amends the Medicare statute's definition of "post hospital extended care services" to clarify that Medicare beneficiaries in observation are deemed inpatients in the hospital.

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Urged the Drug Enforcement Administration to delay the effective date of October 9, 2014 for provisions in the final rule on Disposal of Controlled Substances that would adversely affect hospitals. Support the announced October 1, 2015 ICD-10 compliance date and oppose any steps to delay this implementation date. The Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (S. 641 and H.R. 1339) - Legislation would increase the number of permanent faculty in palliative care at accredited allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools and other programs to promote education in palliative care and hospice,and to support the development of faculty careers in academic palliative medicine. The Patient Centered Quality Care for Life Act (H.R. 1666 and S. 2800) - The legislation provides new resources for palliative care research, professional training and education outreach to help expand the availability of palliative care for all patients and families facing serious or life-threatening illness. Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) - Urged the Energy and Commerce Committee to propose meaningful reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act that would enable the U.S. EPA to protect public health and the environment. Requested that the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS)issue a written statement on behalf of the entire department confirming that HHS is not discouraging hospital-affiliated or other charitable foundations from subsidizing premiums purchased through the new Health Insurance Marketplace (exchanges) or cost-sharing expenses for needy enrollees.

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3rd Quarter, 2014

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2014. Original Filing: 300686007.xml

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The Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (S. 641 and H.R. 1339) - Legislation would increase the number of permanent faculty in palliative care at accredited allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools and other programs to promote education in palliative care and hospice,and to support the development of faculty careers in academic palliative medicine. The Patient Centered Quality Care for Life Act (H.R. 1666 and S. 2800) - The legislation provides new resources for palliative care research, professional training and education outreach to help expand the availability of palliative care for all patients and families facing serious or life-threatening illness. Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) - Urged the Energy and Commerce Committee to propose meaningful reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act that would enable the U.S. EPA to protect public health and the environment. Requested that the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS)issue a written statement on behalf of the entire department confirming that HHS is not discouraging hospital-affiliated or other charitable foundations from subsidizing premiums purchased through the new Health Insurance Marketplace (exchanges) or cost-sharing expenses for needy enrollees.

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2nd Quarter, 2014

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 21, 2014. Original Filing: 300667107.xml

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Urged Congress to reject the massive $732 billion in proposed cuts to the Medicaid program in the House FY2015 budget resolution, as well as billions of dollars in cuts to other programs that serve this population. Support H.R.1179 - Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2013 - Helps Medicare beneciaries who are hospitalized in observation status. This bill would require that time spent in observation be counted towards meeting the three-day prior inpatient stay that is necessary to qualify for Medicare coverage of SNF care. Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) - Urged Congress to take action and continue funding the program. Debt limit legislation - strongly opposed a proposal to cut funding for Medicare and using Medicare reductions to pay for non-Medicare related spending. DSH Reduction Relief Act of 2013 (S. 1555) - Urged Congress to support legislation which would delay scheduled reductions to the Medicare and Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) programs to allow states additional time to determine the level of health care coverage expansions. House FY 2015 Budget Resolution - Urged Congress to oppose the House budget resolution due to drastic cuts to the Medicaid, Medicare, and Food Stamps programs. Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Program - Urged Congress to Extend the timelines providers have to implement 2014 Edition Certified EHR software and meet the Program requirements (Stages 1 and 2) through 2015 as well as add flexibility in Meaningful Use requirements to permit as many providers as possible to achieve success in the program. S. 2110 - The Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014 -Urged Senators to enact legislation to repeal and replace the Medicare physician payment formula, specifically the sustainable growth rate (SGR), to ensure adequate Medicare reimbursement for physicians who treat our seniors. Urged The Department of Health and Human Services to continue to promote the Medicaid final rule which ensures that individuals rights and protections under Medicaid are upheld when considering state Medicaid 1115 waivers. Urged Congress to extend the HEN program for at least an additional year. S. 569 and H.R. 1179, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2013. The bill amends the Medicare statute's definition of "post-hospital extended care services" to clarify that Medicare beneficiaries in observation are deemed inpatients in the hospital. H.R. 1920, Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Reduction Relief Act of 2013. The bill would eliminate 2014 and 2015 Medicaid DSH cuts and delay Medicare DSH cuts contained in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) for two years, until 2016.

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Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) - Urged the Energy and Commerce Committee to propose meaningful reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act that would enable the U.S. EPA to protect public health and the environment. Requested that the Secretary of Health and Human Services(HHS)issue a written statement on behalf of the entire department confirming that HHS is not discouraging hospital-affiliated or other charitable foundations from subsidizing premiums purchased through the new Health Insurance Marketplaces (exchanges) or cost-sharing expenses for needy enrollees. S. 641 & H.R. 1666, the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). To amend the Public Health Service Act to increase the number of permanent faculty in palliative care at accredited allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, and other programs, to promote education in palliative care and hospice, and to support the development of faculty careers in academic palliative medicine. H.R. 1666, the Patient Centered Quality Care for Life Act. The bill would begin to mitigate barriers to palliative care through new efforts in research, professional development, and outreach.

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1st Quarter, 2014

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 21, 2014. Original Filing: 300646571.xml

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Debt limit legislation - strongly oppose a proposal to cut funding for Medicare and using Medicare reductions to pay for non-Medicare related spending.DSH Reduction Relief Act of 2013 (S. 1555) - Urged Congress to support legislation which would delay scheduled reductions to the Medicare and Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) programs to allow states additional time to determine the level of health care coverage expansions. House FY 2015 Budget Resolution - Urged Congress to oppose the House budget resolution due to drastic cuts to the Medicaid, Medicare, and Food Stamps programs. Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Program - Urged Congress to Extend the timelines providers have to implement 2014 Edition Certified EHR software and meet the Program requirements (Stages 1 and 2) through 2015 as well as add flexibility in Meaningful Use requirements to permit as many providers as possible to achieve success in the program. S. 2110 - The Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014 -Urged Senators to enact legislation to repeal and replace the Medicare physician payment formula, specifically the sustainable growth rate (SGR), to ensure adequate Medicare reimbursement for physicians who treat our seniors. Urged The Department of Health and Human Services to continue to promote the Medicaid final rule which ensure that individuals rights and protections under Medicaid are upheld, when considering state Medicaid 1115 waivers. Urged Congress to extend the HEN program for at least an additional year. S. 569 and H.R. 1179, Improving Access to Medicare coverage Act of 2013. The bill amends the Medicare statute's definition of "post-hospital extended care services" to clarify that Mediare beneficiaries in observation are deemed inpatients in the hospital. H.R. 1920, Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Reduction Relief Act of 2013. The bill would eliminate 2014 and 2015 Medicaid DSH cuts and delay Medicare DSH cuts contained in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) for two years, until 2016.

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4th Quarter, 2013

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 22, 2014. Original Filing: 300627720.xml

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Urged Congress to oppose any further cuts to hospitals and provide urgent relief from Medicare sequestration. Urged The Department of Health and Human Services to continue to promote the Medicaid final rule which ensure that individuals rights and protections under Medicaid are upheld, when considering state Medicaid 1115 waivers. Urged Congress to extend the HEN program for at least an additional year S. 569 and H.R. 1179, Improving Access to Medicare coverage Act of 2013. The bill amends the Medicare statute's definition of "post-hospital extended care services" to clarify that Mediare beneficiaries in observation are deemed inpatients in the hospital. H.R. 1920, Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Reduction Relief Act of 2013. The bill would eliminate 2014 and 2015 Medicaid DSH cuts and delay Medicare DSH cuts contained in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) for two years, until 2016. Urged Congress to reconsider Medicare cut to hospitals that would would cap "total" payment for non-emergency department evaluation and management services at the rate paid to physicians for providing the services in their offices. Urged Congress to reject restrictions on states' use of Medicaid provider assesments. Urged the Administration and Congress to oppose policies to blend federal Medicaid payments to states, limit Medicaid provider taxes, cut funds for training physicians and other health care professionals, reduce Medicare bad debt payments, and rebase Medicaid DSH payments.

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DSH Reduction Relief Act of 2013 (S. 1555) - Urged Congress to support legislation which would delay scheduled reductions to the Medicare and Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) programs to allow states additional time to determine the level of health care coverage expansions. S. 641 & H.R. 1666, the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). To amend the Public Health Service Act to increase the number of permanent faculty in palliative care at accredited allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, and other programs, to promote education in palliative care and hospice, and to support the development of faculty careers in academic palliative medicine. H.R. 1666, the Patient Centered Quality Care for Life Act. The bill would begin to mitigate barriers to pallative care through new efforts in research, professional development, and outreach.

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3rd Quarter, 2013

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 21, 2013. Original Filing: 300605413.xml

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Urged The Department of Health and Human Services to continue to promote the Medicaid final rule which ensure that individuals rights and protections under Medicaid are upheld, when considering state Medicaid 1115 waivers. Urged Congress to extend the HEN program for at least an additional year S. 569 and H.R. 1179, Improving Access to Medicare coverage Act of 2013. The bill amends the Medicare statute's definition of "post-hospital extended care services" to clarify that Mediare beneficiaries in observation are deemed inpatients in the hospital. H.R. 1920, Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Reduction Relief Act of 2013. The bill would eliminate 2014 and 2015 Medicaid DSH cuts and delay Medicare DSH cuts contained in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) for two years, until 2016. Urged Congress to reconsider Medicare cut to hospitals that would would cap "total" payment for non-emergency department evaluation and management services at the rate paid to physicians for providing the services in their offices. Urged Congress to reject restrictions on states' use of Medicaid provider assesments. Urged the Administration and Congress to oppose policies to blend federal Medicaid payments to states, limit Medicaid provider taxes, cut funds for training physicians and other health care professionals, reduce Medicare bad debt payments, and rebase Medicaid DSH payments.

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The Food and Drug Administration Amendments Act of 2007 - Urged Congress to expedite the implementation of the UDI rule, currently under review by the Office of Management and BudgetS. 641 & H.R. 1666, the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA). To amend the Public Health Service Act to increase the number of permanent faculty in palliative care at accredited allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, and other programs, to promote education in palliative care and hospice, and to support the development of faculty careers in academic palliative medicine. H.R. 1666, the Patient Centered Quality Care for Life Act. The bill would begin to mitigate barriers to pallative care through new efforts in research, professional development, and outreach.

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2nd Quarter, 2013

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 22, 2013. Original Filing: 300585244.xml

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S. 569 and H.R. 1179, Improving Access to Medicare coverage Act of 2013. The bill amends the Medicare statute's definition of "post-hospital extended care services" to clarify that Mediare beneficiaries in observation are deemed inpatients in the hospital. H.R. 1920, Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Reduction Relief Act of 2013. The bill would eliminate 2014 and 2015 Medicaid DSH cuts and delay Medicare DSH cuts contained in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) for two years, until 2016. Urged Congress to reconsider Medicare cut to hospitals that would would cap "total" payment for non-emergency department evaluation and management services at the rate paid to physicians for providing the services in their offices. Urged Congress to reject restrictions on states' use of Medicaid provider assesments. Urged the Administration and Congress to oppose policies to blend federal Medicaid payments to states, limit Medicaid provider taxes, cut funds for training physicians and other health care professionals, reduce Medicare bad debt payments, and rebase Medicaid DSH payments.

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1st Quarter, 2013

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 18, 2013. Original Filing: 300552942.xml

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S. 569 and H.R. 1179 - Support the Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2013 which amends the Medicare statute's definition of "post-hospital extended care services" to clarify that Medicare beneficiaries in observation are deemed inpatients in the hospital. Urged the Senate to move quickly in scheduling a confirmation hearing for the nomination of Marilyn Tavenner as Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Urged Congress to reconsider a Medicare cut to hospitals that would that would cap total payment for non-emergency department evaluation and management (E/M) services at the rate paid to physicians for providing the services in their offices. Urged Congress to reject restrictions on states use of Medicaid provider assessments. Urged the Administration to reconsider blended federal Medicaid payments to states, limiting Medicaid provider taxes, cutting funds for training physicians and other health care professionals, reducing Medicare Bad Debt Payments, and rebasing Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Payments. .

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4th Quarter, 2012

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 22, 2013. Original Filing: 300539255.xml

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Urged Congress to reject any proposals to address the looming fiscal cliff which reduce or eliminate Medicaid provider assessments.Urged Congress to reconsider a Medicare cut to hospitals that would that would cap total payment for non-emergency department evaluation and management (E/M) services at the rate paid to physicians for providing the services in their offices. Urged Congress to reject restrictions on states use of Medicaid provider assessments. FY 2013 proposed budget - Urged the Administration to reconsider blended federal Medicaid payments to states, limiting Medicaid provider taxes, cutting funds for training physicians and other health care professionals, reducing Medicare Bad Debt Payments, and rebasing Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Payments. H.CON.RES.112 - Urged Congress to reject the massive $810 billion in proposed cuts to Medicaid in the FY2013 House budget resolution.

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3rd Quarter, 2012

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 22, 2012. Original Filing: 300518381.xml

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Urged Congress to reconsider a Medicare cut to hospitals that would that would cap total payment for non-emergency department evaluation and management (E/M) services at the rate paid to physicians for providing the services in their officesUrged Congress to reject restrictions on states use of Medicaid provider assessments. FY 2013 proposed budget - Urged the Administration to reconsider blended federal Medicaid payments to states, limiting Medicaid provider taxes, cutting funds for training physicians and other health care professionals, reducing Medicare Bad Debt Payments, and rebasing Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Payments. H.CON.RES.112 - Urged Congress to rejecting the massive $810 billion in proposed cuts to Medicaid in the FY2013 House budget resolution.

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2nd Quarter, 2012

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 18, 2012. Original Filing: 300488091.xml

Lobbying Issues

Urged Congress to oppose any attempt to overturn or delay the Environmental Protection Agencys final Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS). Food and Drug Administration Amendments Act of 2007 - Urged Congress to ensure the inclusion of critical language in the final medical device and user fee reauthorization bill to finalize regulations within six months after the close of the comment period, and to implement a national UDI system within two years after the final regulation is issued. S. 2193 - Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Bill - Supported the legislation which will help protect the safety of patients, reduce medical errors and strengthen the ability of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and manufacturers to monitor adverse events. HR 1852 - Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Directly supports the training of pediatricians and pediatric specialists at free-standing childrens hospitals and provide continued stable funding for CHGME in the FY 2012 appropriations bills. Clean Air Act/United States Code Title 42, Chapter 85 - Air Pollution Prevention and Control - Urged Congress to support the Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) rules on mercury pollution from power plants (Power Plant Air Toxic Rule) as part of its implementation of the Clean Air Act, and to oppose attempts to delay or block protective health standards for major sources of toxic air pollution.

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Budget Reconciliation Package 2012 - Urged Congress to reconsider $25 billion in Medicaid cuts over the next ten years that would reduce health care coverage by repealing health insurance Exchange funding. Urged Congress to reject restrictions on states use of Medicaid provider assessments as a means of paying for the reduced student loan interest rate. H.R. 3630 - Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2011 - Urged Congress to reconsider cutting more than $20 billion in hospital payments including cutting payments for evaluation and management services. FY 2013 proposed budget - Urged the Administration to reconsider blended federal Medicaid payments to states, limiting Medicaid provider taxes, cutting funds for training physicians and other health care professionals, reducing Medicare Bad Debt Payments, and rebasing Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Payments. Urged Congress to rejecting the massive $810 billion in proposed cuts to Medicaid in the H.CON.RES.112 , FY2013 House budget resolution.

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1st Quarter, 2012

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2012. Original Filing: 300473243.xml

Lobbying Issues

S. 2193 - Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Bill - Supported the legislation which will help protect the safety of patients, reduce medical errors and strengthen the ability of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and manufacturers to monitor adverse events.HR 1852 - Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Directly supports the training of pediatricians and pediatric specialists at free-standing childrens hospitals and provide continued stable funding for CHGME in the FY 2012 appropriations bills. Clean Air Act/United States Code Title 42, Chapter 85 - Air Pollution Prevention and Control - Urged Congress to support the Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) rules on mercury pollution from power plants (Power Plant Air Toxic Rule) as part of its implementation of the Clean Air Act, and to oppose attempts to delay or block protective health standards for major sources of toxic air pollution.

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4th Quarter, 2011

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2012. Original Filing: 300446489.xml

Lobbying Issues

Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2011 - Urged Congress to refrain from cutting resourses from hospitals which would mean fewer nurses, longer waits for emergency care and decreased access to new treatments.Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Directly supports the training of pediatricians and pediatric specialists at free-standing childrens hospitals and provide continued stable funding for CHGME in the FY 2012 appropriations bills. Clean Air Act/United States Code Title 42, Chapter 85 - Air Pollution Prevention and Control - Urged Congress to support the Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) rules on mercury pollution from power plants (Power Plant Air Toxic Rule) as part of its implementation of the Clean Air Act, and to oppose attempts to delay or block protective health standards for major sources of toxic air pollution.

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Urged Congress to reconsider reductions in Medicare payments to hospitals or Medicaid funding to offset the costs of the physician payment system. Urged Congress and the deficit reduction committee to reevaluate the proposed deep, arbitrary reductions in critical Medicare payments to hospitals that are made onbehalf of seniors unable to meet their cost-sharing obligations. Urgerd Congress and the deficit reduction committee to reject proposals that would undermine the Medicaid program including combining the various Medicaid Federal Medical Assistance Percentages (FMAPs) provided to states into a single blended rate for all populations and services, then make an across-the-board cut to the overall rate. Urgerd Congress and the deficit reduction committee to oppose any Medicare and Medicaid spending caps on any subpopulation, especially dual eligibles.

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3rd Quarter, 2011

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 28, 2011. Original Filing: 300431475.xml

Lobbying Issues

Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Directly supports the training of pediatricians and pediatric specialists at free-standing childrens hospitals and provide continued stable funding for CHGME in the FY 2012 appropriations bills.Clean Air Act/United States Code Title 42, Chapter 85 - Air Pollution Prevention and Control - Urged Congress to support the Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) rules on mercury pollution from power plants (Power Plant Air Toxic Rule) as part of its implementation of the Clean Air Act, and to oppose attempts to delay or block protective health standards for major sources of toxic air pollution. H.R.2: Repeal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010- Urged Congress to maintain support for efforts to improve and strengthen our nations health care system by opposing any legislation before the House and Senate to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA). House Continuing Resolution 34, House FY 2012- Urged Congress to protect programs that support low income families (i.e. Medicaid and food stamps).

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Urged Congress and the deficit reduction committee to refrain from cutting federal Medicaid funding, changing the eligibility standards, and cutting the Medicaid program.Urged Congress and the Administration to refrian from reducing funds to the Medicare and Medicaid programs as an option in reducing the federal deficit. H.R.3590/PL 111-148: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010: Advocated for support for maintaining the Medicaid maintenance of effort (MOE) requirement. PPS Update for 2011(CMS-1510-P) - Urged the Center for Medicare and Medicare Services (CMS) to reevlaute provisions found in in the Medicare Home Health Prospective Payment System Refinements and Rate Update for CY 2011 , requiring a face-to-face encounter for physician certification for home health and hospice services.

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2nd Quarter, 2011

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2011. Original Filing: 300403834.xml

Lobbying Issues

Clean Air Act/United States Code Title 42, Chapter 85 - Air Pollution Prevention and Control - Urged Congress to support the Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) rules on mercury pollution from power plants (Power Plant Air Toxic Rule) as part of its implementation of the Clean Air Act, and to oppose attempts to delay or block protective health standards for major sources of toxic air pollution. H.R.2: Repeal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010- Urged Congress to maintain support for efforts to improve and strengthen our nations health care system by opposing any legislation before the House and Senate to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA). House Continuing Resolution 34, House FY 2012- Urged Congress to protect programs that support low income families (i.e. Medicaid and food stamps). Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) Program - Directly supports the training of pediatricians and pediatric specialists at free-standing childrens hospitals and provide continued stable funding for CHGME in the FY 2011 appropriations bills.

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Urged Congress to reject the proposed cuts to Medicaid and other programs that serve vulnerable populations in the FY2012 budget resolution. Urged to Congress and the Administration from reducing funds to the Medicare and Medicaid programs as an option in reducing the federal deficit. H.R.3590/PL 111-148: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010: Advocated for support for maintaining the Medicaid maintenance of effort (MOE) requirement. PPS Update for 2011(CMS-1510-P) - Urged the Center fopr Medicare and Medicare Services (CMS) to reevlaute provisions, found in in the Medicare Home Health , requiring a face-to-face encounter for physician certification for home health and hospice services. Urged the Department of Justice to oppose the petition for a writ of certiorari in David Maxwell-Jolly, Director, California Department of Health Care Services v. Independent Living Center of Southern California, Inc., et al., No. 09-958 (U.S. 2010). Medicare issues - Advocacy regarding physician supervision for outpatient therapeutic services; hospital readmissions, bundling of provider payments; quality improvements for pay-for-performance. Medicaid issues - Advocacy regarding expanding eligibility levels, auto enrollment and presumptive eligibility.

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1st Quarter, 2011

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2011. Original Filing: 300378430.xml

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H.R.3590/PL 111-148: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010: Advocated for support for maintaining the Medicaid maintenance of effort (MOE) requirement.PPS Update for 2011(CMS-1510-P) - Urged the Center fopr Medicare and Medicare Services (CMS) to reevlaute provisions, found in in the Medicare Home Health , requiring a face-to-face encounter for physician certification for home health and hospice services. Urged the Department of Justice to oppose the petition for a writ of certiorari in David Maxwell-Jolly, Director, California Department of Health Care Services v. Independent Living Center of Southern California, Inc., et al., No. 09-958 (U.S. 2010). Medicare issues - Advocacy regarding physician supervision for outpatient therapeutic services; hospital readmissions, bundling of provider payments; quality improvements for pay-for-performance. Medicaid issues - Advocacy regarding expanding eligibility levels, auto enrollment and presumptive eligibility.

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4th Quarter, 2010

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2011. Original Filing: 300353080.xml

Lobbying Issues

Urged the Food and Drug Administration to issue a proposed rule immediately that establishes a unique device identification (UDI) system that supports both national and global needs through the GS1 system.H.R.3590/PL 111-148: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 - Advocated on the implementation of new health reform laws that will improve access to health coverage; including provisions specific to older adults, the Pregnancy Assistance Fund, delivery system reform and Medicaid. H.R. 4872/PL111-152: Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 - Advocated for implementation in conjuction with H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 S. 1150 - Advance Care Planning & Compassionate Care Act of 2009 - A bill to improve end of life care

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Urged the Center fopr Medicare and Medicare Services (CMS) to reevlaute provisions, found in in the Medicare Home Health PPS Update for 2011(CMS-1510-P), requiring a face-to-face encounter for physician certification for home health and hospice services. H.R. 5950: Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2010 a bill to address the current problems caused by Medicare beneficiaries being placed in observation status rather than being admitted to the hospital. Urged the Department of Justice to oppose the petition for a writ of certiorari in David Maxwell-Jolly, Director, California Department of Health Care Services v. Independent Living Center of Southern California, Inc., et al., No. 09-958 (U.S. 2010). Medicare and Medicaid Issues: Advocacy regarding meaningful use criteria, eligible hospitals, hospital-based eligible professionals, Medicaid incentive program, and regulatory impact analysis. Medicare issues - Advocacy regarding physician supervision for outpatient therapeutic services; hospital readmissions, bundling of provider payments; quality improvements for pay-for-performance. Medicaid issues - Advocacy regarding expanding eligibility levels, auto enrollment and presumptive eligibility.

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3rd Quarter, 2010

Amendment

CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES amended a lobbying report for in-house lobbying in Q32010 on Oct. 21, 2010 Original Filing: 300329886.xml

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H.R. 5950: Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2010 a bill to address the current problems caused by Medicare beneficiaries being placed in observation status rather than being admitted to the hospital.H.R. 4213 - Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2010 - Urged Congress to temporarily extend the enhanced Federal Medicaid matching payments (FMAP) to states and to object to cutting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program by $11.9 billion to pay for the extension Urged the Department of Justice to oppose the petition for a writ of certiorari in David Maxwell-Jolly, Director, California Department of Health Care Services v. Independent Living Center of Southern California, Inc., et al., No. 09-958 (U.S. 2010). H.R. 1 - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - Advocated for a six-month extension of enhanced federal Medicaid payments to states through Medicaids Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) Medicare and Medicaid Issues: Advocacy regarding meaningful use criteria, eligible hospitals, hospital-based eligible professionals, Medicaid incentive program, and regulatory impact analysis. Medicare issues - Advocacy regarding physician supervision for outpatient therapeutic services; hospital readmissions, bundling of provider payments; quality improvements for pay-for-performance. Medicaid issues - Advocacy regarding expanding eligibility levels, auto enrollment and presumptive eligibility.

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3rd Quarter, 2010

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2010. Original Filing: 300329727.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2010

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2010. Original Filing: 300299399.xml

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H.R.3590: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 - Advocated on the implementation of new health reform laws that will improve access to health coverage; including provisions specific to older adults, the Pregnancy Assistance Fund, delivery system reform and Medicaid. H.R. 4872: Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 - Advocated for implementation in conjuction with H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 Health Reform - Advocated to provide affordable health care coverage for all, protect and improve the Medicaid safety net, ensure hospital payment reductions coincide with coverage increases, preserve provider conscience protections & maintain current law on abortion, maintain consistency in requirements for charitable hospitals, and narrow the Medicare hospital readmissions policy & support delivery system reforms to improve quality of care. S. 1150 - Advance Care Planning & Compassionate Care Act of 2009 - A bill to improve end of life care Toxic Substance Control Act Advocating for strengthening the nations chemical regualtory system to limit chemical exposure to prevent disease and protect health.

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H.R. 1 - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - Advocated for a six-month extension of enhanced federal Medicaid payments to states through Medicaids Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) H.R. 4213 - The Workers State & Business Relief Act of 2010- Advocated for a six-month extension of enhanced federal Medicaid payments to states through Medicaids Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) Medicare and Medicaid Issues: Advocacy regarding meaningful use criteria, eligible hospitals, hospital-based eligible professionals, Medicaid incentive program, and regulatory impact analysis. Medicare and Medicaid DHS payments - Advocated in support of continued Medicare and Medicaid disproportionate share hospital payments. Medicare issues - Advocacy regarding physician supervision for outpatient therapeutic services; readmissions proposals; bundling of provider payments; and quality improvements for pay-for-performance. Medicaid issues - Advocacy regarding expanding eligibility levels, auto enrollment and presumptive eligibility, and limited co-pays.

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1st Quarter, 2010

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2010. Original Filing: 300273457.xml

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H.R.3590:Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 - Adovacted for comprehensive health reform legislation. H.R. 4872: Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 - Advocated for legislative fixes in conjuction with H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 H.R. 3962: Affordable Health Care for America Act of 2009 - To provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes. Health Reform - Advocated to provide affordable health care coverage for all, protect and improve the Medicaid safety net, ensure hospital payment reductions coincide with coverage increases, preserve provider conscience protections & maintains current law on abortion, maintain consistency in requirements for charitable hospitals, and narrows the Medicare hospital readmissions policy & supports delivery system reforms to improve quality of care. S.AMDT.2991: Ammends H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2009 - Provides states with the option to give legal immigrant families equitable access to health insurance. S. 1150 - Advance Care Planning & Compassionate Care Act of 2009 - A bill to improve end of life care S. 697 & H.R. 1721 - CLASS Act - Establised a national insurance program financed by voluntary payroll deductions to help individuals stay independent and remain in thier communities should the time come when they need assistance with activities of daily living.

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Medicare and Medicaid Issues: Advocacy regarding meaningful use criteria, eligible hospitals, hospital-based eligible professionals, Medicaid incentive program, and regulatory impact analysis.Medicare and Medicaid DHS payments - Advocated in support of continued Medicare and Medicaid disproportionate share hospital payments. Medicare issues - Advocacy regarding physician supervision for outpatient therapeutic services; readmissions proposals, bundling of provider payments; quality improvements for pay-for-performance. Medicaid issues - Advocacy regarding expanding eligibility levels, auto enrollment and presumptive eligibility, and limited co-pays. S. 683- Community Choice Act - A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes.

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Provider Conscience Clause Protection - Advocated for no federal funding for abortion in health care reform legislation as well as retaining health care provider and institution conscience clause protections.S. 1298 FY 2010 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Bill - Amendment 1429 would extend authorization for the Special Immigrant Non-Minister portion of the Religious Worker Visa program for a period of three years, and includes provisions that direct the Department of Homeland Security to continue to build on its success in ensuring that the program is properly used. H.R. 3293 Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Bill - Advocating the continued inclusion of the Hyde and Weldon amendments which would prohibit federal funding of abortions in the Medicaid program and protect hospitals and other institutional and individual health care providers should they decline to provide, pay for or refer for abortions.

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4th Quarter, 2009

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 20, 2010. Original Filing: 300246604.xml

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H.R. 3962: Affordable Health Care for America Act of 2009 - To provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes.H.R.3590: An act entitled The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - advocated for maintaining current law on abortion and preserving provider conscience protections, increase premium subsidies for low-income individuals and families, and reduce Medicare and Medicaid disproportional share hospital funding reductions. Health Reform - Advocated to provide affordable health care coverage for all, protect and improve the Medicaid safety net, ensure hospital payment reductions coincide with coverage increases, preserve provider conscience protections & maintains current law on abortion, maintain consistency in requirements for charitable hospitals, and narrows the Medicare hospital readmissions policy & supports delivery system reforms to improve quality of care. S.AMDT.2991: Ammends H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2009 - Provides states with the option to give legal immigrant families equitable access to health insurance. S. 1150 - Advance Care Planning & Compassionate Care Act of 2009 - A bill to improve end of life care S. 697 & H.R. 1721 - CLASS Act - Establised a national insurance program financed by voluntary payroll deductions to help individuals stay independent and remain in thier communities should the time come when they need assistance with activities of daily living.

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Medicare and Medicaid DHS payments - Advocated in support of continued Medicare and Medicaid disproportionate share hospital payments. H.R. 3962: Affordable Health Care for America Act of 2009 - Advocated in support of adopting the House provision (Sec 1721) to bring Medicaid reimbursement rates for primary care in line with compatible Medicare rates within four years. Medicare issues - Advocacy regarding physician supervision for outpatient therapeutic services; readmissions proposals, bundling of provider payments; quality improvements for pay-for-performance. Medicaid issues - Advocacy regarding expanding eligibility levels, auto enrollment and presumptive eligibility, and limited co-pays. S. 683- Community Choice Act - A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes.

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Provider Conscience Clause Protection - Advocated retaining health care provider and institution conscience clause protections as well as no federal funding for abortion in health care reform legislation.S. 1298 FY 2010 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Bill - Amendment 1429 would extend authorization for the Special Immigrant Non-Minister portion of the Religious Worker Visa program for a period of three years, and includes provisions that direct the Department of Homeland Security to continue to build on its success in ensuring that the program is properly used. H.R. 3293 Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Bill - Advocating the continued inclusion of the Hyde and Weldon amendments which would prohibit federal funding of abortions in the Medicaid program and protect hospitals and other institutional and individual health care providers should they decline to provide, pay for or refer for abortions.

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3rd Quarter, 2009

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 20, 2009. Original Filing: 300220356.xml

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HR3200: America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009 - To provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes. Senate Health Care Reform Legislation - advocated for affordable health coverage for all, improvements in the health care delivery system, adequate provider reimbursement, options to finance reform, conscience protections, and no federal funding for abortion. S. 1150 - Advance Care Planning & Compassionate Care Act of 2009 - A bill to improve end-of-life care. S.697 & H.R.1721 - CLASS Act - establishes a national insurance program financed by voluntary payroll deductions to help individuals stay independent and remain in their communities should the time come when they need assistance with activities of daily living. Immigration issues - advocating for the inclusion of legal immigrants in healthcare reform legislation.

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2nd Quarter, 2009

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 20, 2009. Original Filing: 300192090.xml

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Health Care Reform--advocated for affordable health coverage for all, improvements in the health care delivery system, adequate provider reimbursement, and options to finance reform. Labor/HHS/Appropriation bills--advocated for funding for children's health study, children's programs, aging programs, and provider support programs. H.R. 2496--CHIP Accessibility Act--To amend title XXI of the Social Security Act to improve access to the children's health insurance program (CHIP) by providing exemptions to CHIP eligibility waiting period requirements. Health Disparities and Language Access--advocated for legislation to improve health disparities and language access in health care programs. S. 697 & H.R. 1721--CLASS Act--A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to help individuals with functional impairments and their families pay for services and supports that they need to maximize their functionality and independence and have choices about community participation, education, and employment, and for other purposes. S. 1150--Advance Care Planning & Compassionate Care Act of 2009--A bill to improve end-of-life care. S. 1251& S. 1263--Senior Navigation and Planning Act of 2009--A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for advanced illness care management services for Medicare beneficiaries, and for other purposes. S. 245& H.R. 468--Retooling the Health Care Workforce for an Aging America Act--A bill to expand, train, and support all sectors of the health care workforce to care for the growing population of older individuals in the United States.

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Medicare and Medicaid DHS payments--Advocated in support of continued Medicare and Medicaid disproportionate share hospital payments. Medicare--Submitted comments on the proposed changes to Medicare Impatient Prospective Payment System.Medicare issues--advocacy regarding physician supervision for outpatient therapeutic services; readmissions proposals; bundling of provider payments; quality improvements and pay-for-performance. Medicaid issues--advocacy regarding expanding eligibility levels, auto enrollment and presumptive eligibility, and limited co-pays. S. 434--Empowered at Home Act--A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to improve the State plan amendment option for providing home and community-based services under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. S. 683--Community Choice Act--A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes.

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1st Quarter, 2009

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 20, 2009. Original Filing: 300164056.xml

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HR 2, S. 275--The Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009--advocated for reauthorization, increased funding, elimination of enrollment barriers, incentives for states to streamline the enrollment process, coverage of legal immigrant children and pregnant women, and prospective ban on physician self-referral to physician owned hospitals. Health Care Reform--advocated for affordable health covarage for all, improvements in health care delivery systems, and adequate resources for health care reform in administration budget submission. HR 319--Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2009--Amends titles XIX (Medicaid) and XXI (State Children's Health Insurance) (SCHIP) of the Social Security Act to grant states the option of covering certain categories of eligible pregnant women and child resident aliens, including targeted low-income children, under the Medicaid and SCHIP programs.

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4th Quarter, 2008

Q4 Report

In Q4, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Jan. 21, 2009. Original Filing: 300132446.xml

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3rd Quarter, 2008

Q3 Report

In Q3, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on Oct. 29, 2008. Original Filing: 300110501.xml

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2nd Quarter, 2008

Q2 Report

In Q2, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 21, 2008. Original Filing: 300077845.xml

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H.R. 5544 Patients and Public Health Partmership Act of 2008 To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize a demonstration project for integrated health systems to expand access to primary and preventive care for the medically underserved, and for other purposes. H.R. 1343-- Health Centers Renewal Act of 2008 To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide additional authorizations of appropriations for the health centers program under section 330 of such Act. S. 901-- Health Centers Renewal Act of 2007 To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide additional authorizations of appropriations for the health centers program under section 330 of such Act. State Directive Issued by HHS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services-- EOP and HHS Unique Device Identification Regulations for Medical Devices-- FDA

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H.R. 5613-- Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008 To extend certain moratoria and impose additional moratoria on certain Medicaid regulations through April 1, 2009. S. 2819--Economic Recovery in Health Care Act of 2008 To preserve access to Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program during an economic downturn, and for other purposes. S. 787--To impose a 2-year moratorium on implementation of a proposed rule relating to the Federal-State financial partnerships under Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program To impose a 2-year moratorium on implementation of a proposed rule relating to the Federal-State financial partnerships under Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program. H.R. 1480-- To impose a 2-year moratorium on implementation of a proposed rule relating to the Federal-State financial partnerships under Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program. H.R. 2642-- Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008 That the House agree to the amendment of the Senate to the bill (H.R. 2642 ) entitled `An Act making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes' (Relative to Medicaid and other health related provisions.) S. 3101-- Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to extend expiring provisions under the Medicare program, to improve beneficiary access to preventive and mental health services, to enhance low-income benefit programs, and to maintain access to care in rural areas, including pharmacy access, and for other purposes. H.R. 6331-- Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to extend expiring provisions under the Medicare Program, to improve beneficiary access to preventive and mental health services, to enhance low-income benefit programs, and to maintain access to care in rural areas, including pharmacy access, and for other purposes.

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1st Quarter, 2008

Q1 Report

In Q1, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on April 21, 2008. Original Filing: 300051553.xml

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Withdraw the rule to implement sections 6052 of Deficit Reduction Act.H.R. 3014 Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2007 To improve the health of minority individuals, and for other purposes. H.R. 3533 The Public and Teaching Hospital Preservation Act To extend by one year the moratorium on implementation of a rule relating to the Federal-State financial partnership under Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program and on finalization of a Medicaid rule regarding graduate medical education. S. 2460 The Public and Teaching Hospital Moratorium Act A bill to extend by one year the moratorium on implementation of a rule relating to the Federal-State financial partnership under Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program and on finalization of a rule regarding graduate medical education under Medicaid and to include a moratorium on the finalization of the outpatient Medicaid rule making similar changes. H.R. 5613 Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008 To extend certain moratoria and impose additional moratoria on certain Medicaid regulations through April 1, 2009.

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0th Quarter, 2007

MM Report

In MM, CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES had in-house lobbyists. The report was filed on July 25, 2007. Original Filing: 200041350.xml

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H.Con.Res.99, Fiscal 2008 Budget Resolution, revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2007, establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2009 through 2012; to fully fund the State Children's Health Insurance Program reauthorization without cuts to the Medicaid or Medicare programs.S.Con.Res.21, Fiscal 2008 Budget Resolution, an original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008 and including the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2007 and 2009 through 2012; to fully fund the State Children's Health Insurance Program reauthorization without cuts to the Medicaid or Medicare programs. H.R. 2206, War/Disaster Supplemental Appropriations for fiscal 2007, to make emergency supplemental appropriations and additional supplemental appropriations for agricultural and other emergency assistance for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2007; to impose a one-year moratorium on a proposed rule by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' to cut $4 billion from the Medicaid program and eliminate intergovernmental transfers; to retain up to $650 million in funding to cover federal funding shortfalls projected for 14 states this fiscal year under the State Children's Health Insurance Program. (PL 110-28) S. 1710, Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008, making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes; to provide at least $200 million in funding for the Nursing Workforce Development Porgrams. H.J.Res.20, Continuing Appropriations resolution FY2007, making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2007, and for other purposes. (PL 110-5) Letter to President George W. Bush to request that the administration's fiscal year 2008 budget provide sufficient funding for the State Children's Health Insurance Program.

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S. 1340, Geriatric Assessment and Chronic Care Coordination Act of 2007, to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare beneficiaries with access to geriatric assessments and chronic care coordination services, and for other purposes. H.R. 2244, Geriatric Assessment and Chronic Care Coordination Act of 2007, to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare beneficiaries with access to geriatric assessments and chronic care coordination services, and for other purposes. S. 358, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment. H.R. 493, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment. H.R. 2419, Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007, to provide for the continuation of agricultural programs through fiscal year 2012, and for other purposes; to include provisions to continue the Food Stamp Program. H.R. 2791, Unique Device Identification System for Medical Devices Act of 2007, to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide for establishment of a unique device identification system for medical devices. S. 325, Health Partnership Act, to provide for innovation in health care through State initiatives that expand coverage and access and improve quality and efficiency in the health care system. S. 2, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007, to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in the Federal minimum wage. H.R.2, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007, to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in the Federal minimum wage. Testimony before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, "Living Without Health Insurance: Why Every American Needs Coverage."

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S. 764, Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007, to amend title XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to permit states the option of coverage of legal immigrants under the Medicaid Program and the State Children's Health Insurance Program. H.R. 1308, Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007, to amend title XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to permit States the option of coverage of legal immigrants under the Medicaid Program and the State Children's Health Insurance Program. S. 1224, Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007, to amend title XXI of the Social Security Act to reauthorize the State Children's Health Insurance Program, and for other purposes. H.R., 1536 Prescription Coverage Now Act of 2007, to amend part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to assist low-income individuals in obtaining subsidized prescription drug coverage under the Medicare prescription drug program by expediting the application and qualification process and by revising the resource standards used to determine eligibility for such subsidies, and for other purposes. S. 1102, Part D Equity for Low-Income Seniors Act of 2007, to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expedite the application and eligibility process for low-income subsidies under the Medicare prescription drug program and to revise the resource standards used to determine eligibility for an income-related subsidy, and for other purposes. S. 1103, Helping Fill the Medicare Rx Gap Act of 2007, to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include costs incurred by the Indian Health Service, a Federally qualified health center, an AIDS drug assistance program, certain hospitals, or a pharmaceutical manufacturer patient assistance program in providing prescription drugs toward the annual out of pocket threshold under part D of the Medicare program. S. 1107, Home and Community Services Copayment Equity Act of 2007, to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to reduce cost-sharing under part D of such title for certain non-institutionalized full-benefit dual eligible individuals. S. 1108, Medicare Part D Outreach and Enrollment Enhancement Act of 2007, to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide a special enrollment period for individuals who qualify for an income-related subsidy under the Medicare prescription drug program and to provide funding for the conduct of outreach and education with respect to the premium and cost-sharing subsidies under such program, and for other purposes. S. 751, Guaranteed Access to Medicaid for Newborns Act of 2007, to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to modify certain administrative eligibility rules relating to children born in the United States to Medicaid-eligible mothers. S. 543, Preserving Patient Access to Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals Act of 2007, to improve Medicare beneficiary access by extending the 60 percent compliance threshold used to determine whether a hospital or unit of a hospital is an inpatient rehabilitation facility under the Medicare program. S. 895, Children's Health First Act, to amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to ensure that every child in the United States has access to affordable, quality health insurance coverage, and for other purposes. H.R. 1535, Children's Health First Act, to amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to ensure that every child in the United States has access to affordable, quality health insurance coverage, and for other purposes. S. 450, Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2007, to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to repeal the medicare outpatient rehabilitation therapy caps. H.R. 748, Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2007, to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to repeal the Medicare outpatient rehabilitation therapy caps. H.R. 2147, Healthy Kids Act of 2007, to amend titles XXI and XIX of the Social Security Act to extend the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) and streamline enrollment under SCHIP and Medicaid and to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a healthy savings tax credit for purchase of children's health coverage. S. 401, Keep Children Covered Act of 2007, to amend title XXI of the Social Security Act to eliminate funding shortfalls for the State Children's Health Insurance Program for fiscal year 2007. S. 3, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007, to amend part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for fair prescription drug prices for Medicare beneficiaries. H.R. 4, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007, to amend part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate lower covered part D drug prices on behalf of Medicare beneficiaries. Comments RE: REF:CMS-1533-P Medicare Program; Proposed Changes to the Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System and Fiscal Year 2008 Payment Rates; Proposed Rule.

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