This council is responsible for identifying emerging legislative issues for consideration by MHA’s Executive Committee, and for providing high-level advocacy and strategic input on MHA’s annual legislative priorities, as well as other statewide issues expected to be addressed during the General Assembly session. The council also provides guidance on advocacy opportunities and is responsible for recommending the approval of MHA’s legislative agenda to the Executive Committee. Council members work to expand the hospital field’s influence by strengthening relationships with elected state and federal leaders.