FHCA 2026 Legislative Priorities Webinar

On-Demand Webinar

Florida’s 2026 Legislative Session begins in January, and lawmakers are already discussing issues that will impact long term care providers and the residents entrusted to their care. Join FHCA for our annual Legislative Priorities Webinar to learn more about the current legislative landscape and the priorities FHCA will focus on to ensure Florida remains the gold standard when it comes to delivering high-quality long term care. FHCA's Government Affairs team will highlight the Governor's recommended budget, what to expect from each chamber’s proposed state budget and the impact on Medicaid reimbursement. An overview of the priorities of both Senate and House leadership will also be discussed, along with an update on legislation that could impact the long term care community. Attendees will also learn how to be an effective advocate for the long term care profession by participating in FHCA's Lobby Wednesdays and other grassroots initiatives.

Speakers: Dan Frenden, FHCA Legislative Committee Chair, Tom Parker, FHCA Senior Director of Policy & Reimbursement, and Susan Anderson, FHCA Director of Regulatory Affairs

COST: Free to FHCA Members

*No CEUs are provided for this program.

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Tom Parker

Senior Director of Policy & Reimbursement

Florida Health Care Association

Tom Parker serves as the Senior Director of Policy & Reimbursement for the Florida Health Care Association. On behalf of FHCA, he serves as a liaison to American Health Care Association and FHCA Reimbursement Committee and represents long term care providers before the Florida Legislature, AHCA, DOEA, CMS, and other entities regarding issues of reimbursement and health care finance policy.

Susan Anderson

Director of Regulatory Affairs

Florida Health Care Association

Susan Anderson currently serves as the Director of Regulatory Affairs for Florida Health Care Association. In this position, she concentrates on supporting the legislative, regulatory, and policy activities on behalf of association members for nursing centers and assisted living facilities. Ms. Anderson has experience in seniors housing and in developing public policy positions and advising on regulatory compliance. Ms. Anderson is an active member of the Florida Bar.

Dan Frenden

FHCA Legislative Committee Chair

Dan Frenden, who has more than 20 years’ experience in long term care, has served as an FHCA District President and is currently FHCA's Region III Vice President on the Board of Directors. He is an active member of FHCA’s Legislative Committee and Florida Leaders alumni group. Frenden regularly participates in FHCA’s Lobby Wednesdays, an annual grassroots initiative that brings long term care professionals to Florida’s Capitol in Tallahassee to connect with lawmakers. Frenden is also known for consistently hosting policymakers at his facility to give them a first-hand perspective of the current long term care environment. His unique ability to share meaningful stories with legislators about quality, the changing resident population and critical workforce issues have consistently strengthened FHCA’s presence at the Florida Capitol and beyond.

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FHCA 2026 Legislative Priorities Webinar

Recorded 01/08/2026 | 60 minutes

Recorded 01/08/2026 | 60 minutes Florida’s 2026 Legislative Session begins in January, and lawmakers are already discussing issues that will impact long term care providers and the residents entrusted to their care. Join FHCA for our annual Legislative Priorities Webinar to learn more about the current legislative landscape and the priorities FHCA will focus on to ensure Florida remains the gold standard when it comes to delivering high-quality long term care. FHCA's Government Affairs team will highlight the Governor's recommended budget, what to expect from each chamber’s proposed state budget and the impact on Medicaid reimbursement. An overview of the priorities of both Senate and House leadership will also be discussed, along with an update on legislation that could impact the long term care community. Attendees will also learn how to be an effective advocate for the long term care profession by participating in FHCA's Lobby Wednesdays and other grassroots initiatives.

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Access the Issue Briefs related to this year's legislative priorities, including proper Medicaid reimbursement for nursing centers. FHCA is also watching several bills that impact providers. Download our Issue Briefs here to learn more.

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