AIG Learning Center
Federal Policy Update 2026
Includes a Live Web Event on 08/05/2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
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Register
- Individual - $45
- Carmelite Home staff - $45
- Sisters Aging Well Together - $45
- AIG Staff - Free!
- AIG Faculty - Free!
Overview:
This session provides an overview of the most recent federal health care and related policy developments that will shape the long-term care landscape in 2026. Attendees will gain insight into advocacy issues that may impact the long-term care ministry, including emerging regulatory priorities, proposed and enacted federal legislation, and key administrative actions.
As a result of this presentation the participant will be able to:
- Understand major federal policy updates that affect long‑term care in 2026.
- Recognize how federal changes impact daily operations in long‑term care settings.
- Discuss advocacy strategies to mitigate the impact of the enacted federal legislation.
Credit Information:
Administrators (NAB)
This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.0 total participant hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval #20270804-1-A123467-DL.
Domains of Practice:
- 3B1 Federal Healthcare Laws, Rules, and Regulations
Chaplains (NACC)
The National Association of Catholic Chaplains has approved this program for 1.0 Continuing Education Hours.
Social Workers (New York Only)
Avila Institute of Gerontology, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0265. Participants can earn 1.0 Contact Hours.
Social Worker CE approval is for New York State Social workers only. Other state licensees are not eligible to receive pre-approved credit.
Kathleen A. Curran, JD, MA
Senior Director, Public Policy
Catholic Health Association of the United States (CHA)
Kathleen A. Curran is Senior Director of Public Policy at the Catholic Health Association of the United States. Ms. Curran coordinates the development of public policy positions for the Association and works with other CHA staff to interact with Congress and the Executive Branch to promote CHA’s advocacy agenda. Previously, Ms. Curran was with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops where she served as Interim Director of the Office of Domestic Social Development and as a policy advisor on health and welfare issues. Ms. Curran has also worked at the U.S. Department of Labor and on the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, and Pensions. Prior to coming to Washington, DC, Ms. Curran practiced law in Boston, MA, following a year serving with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. Ms. Curran received a law degree from the University of Virginia, a Master’s Degree in Catholic Clinical Ethics from Georgetown University and an undergraduate degree from Yale University.