West Virginia Hospital Association
WHAT: Hospital Day at the Legislature, an annual event bringing hospital leaders and healthcare professionals from across West Virginia together with state lawmakers to discuss issues impacting
hospitals and patient care statewide.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026
WHERE: West Virginia State Capitol Complex Charleston, West Virginia
WHO: Hospital and health system leaders, healthcare professionals, hospital advocates, and members of the West Virginia Legislature.
EVENT DETAILS: Hospital representatives from across the state will meet with legislators to highlight the vital role hospitals play in providing lifesaving care, supporting local economies, and ensuring access to care for all communities across West Virginia.
Discussions will focus on key issues impacting hospitals and the patients they serve, including:
- Access to care and hospital financial viability
- Regulatory, administrative, and operational processes
- Healthcare workforce challenges
- Community health needs
Hospitals remain one of West Virginia’s largest employment sectors, generating approximately $16.9 billion in economic impact statewide. Hospital Day at the Legislature ensures policymakers hear directly from hospital leaders about the challenges and opportunities facing the state’s healthcare delivery system.
QUOTE: “Hospital Day at the Legislature provides a special opportunity for healthcare providers across our state to engage directly with lawmakers and ensure their voices are heard,” said Jim Kaufman, WVHA President & CEO. “As hospitals face critical challenges—from federal policy changes that could fundamentally reshape healthcare financing to workforce shortages and regulatory burdens—it is more important than ever for legislators to understand how their decisions affect hospitals’ ability to care for and serve their communities.”
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES: Hospital leaders and healthcare professionals meeting with legislators will be available for interviews throughout the day.
MORE INFORMATION: For details or to coordinate interviews, contact Whitney Cherry at 304-550-1544 or [email protected].
About WVHA
The West Virginia Hospital Association is a not-for-profit statewide organization representing hospitals and health systems across the continuum of care. WVHA’s mission is to support its members in achieving a strong, healthy West Virginia. Learn more at wvha.org.
