Public Health Services wants to temporarily use $54,320 in county charity care funds to keep seven grant-funded positions running while awaiting a state grant award for family planning programs, and extend those positions to August 31, 2027.

What it means for you

Seven staff positions supporting the Family Planning Program and Healthy Texas Women Program will be bridged with charity care funds until the expected Texas Health and Human Services Commission grant arrives.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Briones, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)

How each member voted

5–0, per the official record.