Connecticut legislators are pushing for reforms to address issues stemming from private equity ownership of hospitals for the third consecutive year. Despite previous failures to pass relevant legislation, co-chairs of the Public Health Committee believe this year may yield results thanks to ongoing collaboration with Gov. Ned Lamont’s office. The proposed Senate Bill 196 aims to restrict private equity ownership by preventing majority stakes in hospitals and barring involvement in clinical decisions, while also prohibiting sale-leaseback arrangements that burden hospitals with rent. Meanwhile, Lamont’s House Bill 5045 seeks to enhance oversight of private equity investments in healthcare. Recent transitions of hospitals previously owned by a bankrupt private equity firm have alleviated some concerns, fostering optimism for successful legislation this session.
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