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The 2026 legislative session will be fast-paced, highly competitive, and centered on supplemental budget decisions that directly shape the stability of long-term care in Washington. WHCA is laser-focused on protecting the critical funding gains secured last session, ensuring Medicaid rates keep pace with escalating workforce, insurance, and operational costs, and amplifying the real challenges skilled nursing and assisted living providers face every day. With lawmakers navigating tight fiscal constraints and the pressures of an election year, WHCA is on the ground in Olympia—meeting with key legislators, shaping budget negotiations, and delivering the data, stories, and solutions needed to keep long-term care at the forefront.

Join the WHCA team for a high-level session briefing that will help you understand what’s at stake for your organization—and how your voice can influence outcomes. You’ll also learn about the tools and resources WHCA provides to make powerful advocacy simple and accessible, from grassroots alerts to testimony support and media guidance. This is your opportunity to be informed, equipped, and ready to engage in one of the most consequential legislative sessions in recent years.