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Cameron County approves public-health restructuring after federal grant cuts
Summary
Cameron County Commissioners on Sept. 9 approved a reorganization of the county public-health department after federal funding cuts forced prior layoffs and raised uncertainty about future grant eligibility and program scope.
Cameron County Commissioners Court on Sept. 9 approved a restructuring of county public-health operations after officials said federal grant reductions and changing eligibility rules have forced staff cuts and put programs at risk.
The restructuring, presented by a public-health official identified in the meeting as Esmer Ward, was approved on a motion by Commissioner Lopez and seconded by Commissioner Reese. The court voted unanimously to recognize and approve the plan.
County public-health leaders told the court that federal funding changes this year…
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