2026 Rural Health Policy Forum
July 30, 2026
Monroe, Louisiana

The Louisiana Rural Health Association is holding our second annual
2026 Rural Health Policy Forum
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) – Louisiana
4408 Bon Aire Dr, Monroe, LA 71203
Held on July 30, 2026, this one-day event, focused on the state and federal policy priorities for rural hospitals, rural health clinics, and rural community health centers, will be held at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) – Louisiana.
During this event, national rural health advocates will provide updates on high priority policy changes and legislative activity happening at the federal level. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from and engage with state and federal rural health advocacy leaders and provide input on Louisiana Rural Health Association advocacy activities.
Registration for this event is now closed. See you on July 30th!
Lodging
A block of rooms is being held at the Home2 Suites West Monroe for the night of Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at a special group rate of $219.00 + tax
Home2 Suites West Monroe
500 Mane St.
West Monroe, LA 71292
The room block is now closed.
Agenda
Policy Forum Presentations:
The Latest from Washington, DC. and the Impacts for RHCs
What is Happening in Washington: Understanding RHTP, Congress, and Beyond
Strength in Agility: A Rural Hospital's Response to a Major Payer Network Termination
Securing the Future of Healthcare Access in Louisiana: The Work of CARE Louisiana
Rural Telehealth in 2026: Regulations, Legislation, and Advocacy
Louisiana Rural Health Association Advocacy Updates & Listening Session
Exhibitors & Sponsors
| Thank
you to the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) – Louisiana Campus
for the generous donation of space for this event! |
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS! |
RUBY SPONSORS
EMERALD SPONSORS |