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County health director warns of shrinking public‑health resources and seeks relief on administrative burden
Deschutes County Board of Commissioners · January 20, 2026
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Summary
Health department leaders told commissioners rising program demands and potential state budget cuts could reduce service capacity; staff asked the board to back efforts to reduce administrative burden (LC 202) and to advocate to protect public‑health funding in the short session.
Public‑health and behavioral‑health leads briefed the board on immediate staffing and funding pressures. Health staff reported they are monitoring several bills that could add reporting requirements or shift program responsibilities;…
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