MADISONVILLE, KY – (August 12, 2024) The Kentucky Hospital Association (KHA) regularly recognizes state legislators who have exhibited exemplary service to the hospitals of Kentucky and the patients they serve. KHA honored Kentucky Representative Wade Williams today as a KHA Legislative Hero for 2024 during a meeting at Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville.
 
Representative Williams received the award for his leadership in the House and his recognition of the importance of high-quality health care for every Kentuckian. His work ensured passage of keys bills that protect patients and their access to the high-quality care Kentucky’s hospitals provide.

Kentucky hospitals appreciate Representative Williams for his diligent work and leadership in the State House of Representatives.

“Wade understands the important work we do within the walls of our hospitals and how important it is for our community to have access to life-saving care when critical minutes matter,” said Alisa Coleman, President of Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville.  “We appreciate Wade for being a hero for healthcare and the work he does to make life better in the Commonwealth.”

About the Kentucky Hospital Association: KHA was established in 1929. The Association represents hospitals, related health care organizations and integrated health care systems dedicated to sustaining and improving the health status of the citizens of Kentucky. The Association is headquartered in Louisville.