Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. May 20 appeared before the Senate Appropriations Committee for a to testify on the discretionary budget proposal for fiscal year 2026.

A Special Bulletin was sent to members May 2 with more information on the discretionary budget proposals that could impact hospitals and health systems. 

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