To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Birth Defects, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities and Health for fiscal year 2024.
Impact
The limitation of funds as presented in HB 1965 could have significant implications on health services provided by the Department. If the bill is enacted, it may effectively restrict resources allocated to critical programs that address birth defects and developmental disabilities. This could potentially lead to reduced support for families and individuals impacted by these health issues, as well as diminishing program capabilities, affecting both prevention and intervention strategies available for public health priorities.
Summary
House Bill 1965 proposes a limitation on the availability of funds for the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically targeting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s programs related to Birth Defects, Developmental Disabilities, and Disabilities and Health for the fiscal year 2024. This bill reflects a broader attempt to adjust funding allocations within state health services, emphasizing fiscal responsibility in governmental health programs.
Contention
Opposition to HB 1965 may arise from stakeholders who advocate for increased funding to health services dealing with disabilities and birth defects. Critics might argue that reducing available funds compromises public health initiative effectiveness, particularly in vulnerable communities. The discussions surrounding this bill may touch on fundamental concerns regarding the adequacy of resources devoted to addressing health disparities, prompting debates on resource allocation priorities within the state's health budget.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Injury Prevention and Control for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Global Health for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Public Health Scientific Studies for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Environmental Health for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Immunization and Respiratory Diseases for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-Wide Activities and Program Support for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Buildings and Facilities for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health for fiscal year 2024.