View more sections of the 2027 budget primer here. Georgia’s State Health Budget Over the Past Eight Years Under Gov. Kemp’s administration, total state fund appropriations dedicated to the state’s three primary health agencies have grown from almost $5 billion
This analysis was co-authored by Daniel Kanso, PhD; Leah Chan, MPH; and Ashley Young In signing the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget approved by the General Assembly through House Bill 974, Gov. Kemp issued a combined 157 budget disregards and
This blog has been co-authored by Leah Chan, Ashley Young and Daniel Kanso, PhD Last week marked Crossover Day in Georgia, the deadline by which a bill must traditionally pass out of its originating legislative chamber to be considered by
Introduction Among a range of duties, the Department of Community Health administers the state’s healthcare safety net, reimburses hospitals for services provided to uninsured and underinsured Georgians, manages health insurance coverage for state and school system employees and regulates health
Introduction The Department of Public Health’s (DPH) programs focus on health promotion and health-related disaster response and preparedness, as well as disease and injury prevention. Over 5,000 state and county public health workers fill a range of critical roles in their communities,
Introduction Among a range of duties, the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) operates five state psychiatric hospitals, provides evaluation and treatment for individuals under the jurisdiction of the court system to determine their competency to stand trial
ATLANTA, GA — Georgia public health experts and advocates applaud the release of recommendations from the House Study Committee on Evaluating Funding for Public Health. Additional action is needed to ensure these recommendations are implemented and that elected leaders go
In July 2023 Georgia launched the Pathways to Coverage program, which provides a new Medicaid option to uninsured, low-income adults who can report working, going to school, or engaging in other qualifying activities for at least 80 hours per month.
Georgia’s health security and economic well-being depend on a modernized, fully funded state and local public health system. This brief provides policymakers and advocates with a brief overview of how Georgia funds public health. For more background on the importance of
Submit public comment on Georgia’s Pathways to Coverage program extension by February 20th – just complete this easily fillable form:
