AzHHA Legislator of the Year Award
The Legislator of the Year Award honors a dedicated public servant whose leadership and commitment have advanced healthcare policy and strengthened Arizona’s hospitals. This recognition celebrates lawmakers who champion legislation that protects access to care, supports healthcare providers and improves health outcomes for communities across the state.
Why legislative advocacy matters
Healthcare policy decisions made at the state and federal levels directly impact hospitals, providers and patients. Legislative advocacy ensures that the voices of healthcare professionals and communities are heard in these decisions. By engaging with lawmakers, AzHHA and its partners help shape policies that preserve access to care, secure vital resources and promote a healthier future for all Arizonans.
2026 recipient
2026 Legislator of the Year recipient Selina Bliss (R-District 1)
At the 2026 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference, AzHHA proudly presented the Legislator of the Year Award to Representative Selina Bliss (R-District 1). Rep. Bliss was recognized for her steadfast advocacy for Arizona’s hospitals and healthcare community. As chair of the House Health and Human Services Committee and a nurse and nurse educator, she brings firsthand healthcare experience to policymaking and has championed solutions that support hospitals, healthcare providers and the patients they serve.
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