Bill > HB973

This bill modifies Missouri's public health laws by authorizing the Department of Health and Senior Services to directly contract with a designated Missouri affiliate of the National Network of Public Health Institutes (or a similar organization) to help carry out public health duties. The contract can cover various activities, including assisting with health service delivery across the state and administering grant funds and related programs. Importantly, the bill requires that within 60 days after each fiscal year's end, both the department and the designated affiliate must provide the state general assembly with an annual report detailing the appropriations and grant funds received and spent during the previous fiscal year. The report may also include recommendations for improving the services provided. This legislation appears aimed at enhancing the state's public health infrastructure by creating a formal mechanism for collaboration between the state health department and a specialized public health organization.

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB973&year=2025&code=R