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Committee criticizes DHCA communication, asks department to return with written amendments
Summary
Committee members said DHCA provided conceptual suggestions but not formal amendment language for Bill 926; members asked the department to coordinate internally and supply written text before the next meeting, and the committee postponed action pending that language.
Several council members said they were surprised that DHCA offered conceptual recommendations during the meeting without written amendment language. Council member Bink described the situation as "really disappointing," saying he had spoken with the director earlier and that the department's position appeared inconsistent. Jenny Snapp, DHCA deputy director, clarified the comments were suggestions and that DHCA would bring formal language after coordinating with the director.
The chair and several committee members asked that staff provide written amendments before the next committee meeting and agreed to hold Bill 926 until DHCA and council staff deliver formal text for legal review. Members emphasized a need for improved internal communication and quicker follow-up given constituents' overheating complaints.
