| Network Report
Thursday, May 2, 2024 |
|
|
The Network is pleased to announce the appointment of Allison Winnike as Director of our Western Region Team. Allison’s expertise and track record in public health emergency preparedness and response, immunization law and policy, health information technology and telemedicine are widely recognized. Her leadership in the western region will strengthen the Network’s work in advancing law and policy solutions through direct legal technical assistance and providing critical capacity building support to health agencies.
|
|
|
| Reducing Kids’ Consumption of Sugar and Salt through Changes in the National School Lunch Program Thanks to recent action by the Department of Agriculture, school lunches will become more nutritious. As the new federal standards roll out, states can support students’ health by increasing access to free school breakfast and lunch. Eight states have passed Health School Meals for All policies, providing comprehensive access to free breakfast and lunch to all students, regardless of income. |
|
|
| Effective, Equity-focused Overdose Good Samaritan Law
Overdose Good Samaritan laws protect from criminal prosecution those calling for help during an overdose. While these laws have been adopted by most states, they typically provide limited protections. As a result, many are hesitant to call for help out of fear of prosecution for drug-related crimes. A recently passed law in Maine that provides immunity from all but a small number of crimes is a step in the right direction.
|
|
|
|
Four Federal Reproductive Health Care Cases You Should Care About
As the country, and the world, wait to see how the Supreme Court decides the case of Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA seeking to prevent the distribution of abortion medication, there are four important reproductive health care cases working their way through the federal court system that may also affect a large number of individuals, especially adolescents and people who have low incomes. |
|
|
| Overview of State and Local Equity Offices: 2024 Edition Many state and local governments have established offices of equity to prioritize equity in government policies and procedures. This resource provides a survey of states, cities and counties across the country that have established such offices and includes information on their structure, activities and authority. |
|
|
|
Final HIPAA Rule on Reproductive Health Care Privacy: Impacts for Public Health May 9, 12:00-1:00pm CT The newly issued Biden Administration HIPAA Final Rule seeks to strengthen privacy protections under HIPAA for protected health information potentially related to reproductive health care. Join Network attorneys as they discuss key provisions, potential implementation challenges and what this means for public health, including how the rule may affect data transfers for public health purposes. |
|
|
|
2024 Public Health Law Summit: Taking Action on Maternal and Reproductive Health September 23-25, 2024, Washington D.C. In the face of escalating challenges to maternal and reproductive health, the necessity for decisive action has never been more critical. Join us at the Public Health Law Summit to learn about best practices and innovative approaches to addressing disparities in maternal health and barriers to reproductive health care access that can help drive actionable positive changes in health outcomes. Early bird registration ends June 1. |
|
|
Policy Surveillance Institute August 1-2, 2024 | Philadelphia, PA
The Center for Public Health Law Research’s 2024 Policy Surveillance Institute will teach scientific legal mapping methods during a two-day intensive training seminar. It is intended for individuals interested in studying policies and law once they are enacted, and exploring variation in policy across jurisdictions and over time. |
|
|
2024 NALBOH Annual Conference Registration is open for the 2024 NALBOH Annual Conference, August 12-14. The Conference provides programming and opportunities to connect with board of health members and local health department leadership from around the country. |
|
|
Senior Staff Attorney, Mid-States Region (Remote) The Network is seeking a public health Senior Attorney to work with its Mid-States Region. This position will focus on a variety of legal issues relating broadly to public health, social determinants of health and promoting racial and health equity. A preference may be given to attorneys who have a working knowledge of legal issues regarding collection and sharing of public health data.
Deputy Director, Harm Reduction Legal Project (Remote)
The Network is seeking a Deputy Director to support the Network’s Harm Reduction Legal Project. Under the direction of the Project Director, the Deputy Director will provide leadership and management for the project’s portfolio, support the team’s operations, and participate in strategic planning, management, and sustainability efforts. |
|
|
Thank you!
Your interest in the work of the Network is important. Together, we can advance law as a tool to improve public health. Please forward the Network Report and encourage others to join the Network! |
|
|
The Network for Public Health Law provides information and technical assistance on issues related to public health. The legal information and assistance provided in this document does not constitute legal advice or legal representation. For legal advice, readers should consult a lawyer in their state. |
|
|
Our Contact Information Network for Public Health Law 7101 York Ave S. Suite 270 Edina, MN 55435 |
| You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive Network communications, or you attended a Network event or webinar. If you no longer wish to receive this email you can manage your preferences below. |
|
|
|
