Statement From Oregon Hospitals on State Revenue Forecast

News Release from Oregon Assn. of Hosp. and Health Systems (OAHHS)
May 20th, 2020 12:51 PM

Downloadable file: OAHHS_Statement_on_State_Revenue_Forecast.pdf

Becky Hultberg, President and CEO of the Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems, released the following statement in response to the state’s revenue forecast. 
 
“Today’s state revenue forecast presents grim news, as the public health crisis gripping the state has rippled through our economy and decimated state revenue. As the Governor and Legislature grapple with this budget reality, now is not the time to reduce investments in health care. Rather – because hospitals drive positive health outcomes and promote economic activity – the investments we make now in our hospitals, health care workforce, and coverage for vulnerable Oregonians will help lead our economic recovery while we continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our community hospitals have been there for Oregon, and state leaders now have a chance to support local hospitals by prioritizing health care funding. We are committed to being strong partners with policymakers as we work together to solve our shared challenges.” 
 

Contact Info:
Michael Cox
916-799-6784
mcox@oahhs.org