From President & CEO Steve Walsh

“Massachusetts had the lowest rate of preventable deaths in the country during the COVID-19 crisis, a direct result of the strong partnership between our elected officials and providers to keep the healthcare system afloat. Those efforts also came at a steep financial cost, and healthcare organizations are now under serious financial distress.

“MHA and our members are tremendously grateful for the hospital relief passed by the House today. It reflects the continued level of commitment among state leadership – just as we saw throughout the pandemic -- to protect patients, and now to help providers recover. We look forward to remaining closely engaged with our partners in the Senate as this proposal continues through the legislative process.”