This week, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla and Congressman Tony Cárdenas (both D-Calif.) announced the Pediatric Access to Critical Healthcare (PATCH) Act to support and bolster the nation’s vital pediatric healthcare infrastructure. The resurgence of COVID-19 and increased patient visits has placed major strains on the capacity of children’s hospitals. The PATCH Act will help ensure that the pediatric safety net for children and adolescents remains strong for all families.