Jun 16, 2026Board meeting
Georgia Board of Public Health Meeting
The board discussed the FY27 budget, which includes a consolidation of the Georgia Public Health Laboratory budget to improve operational efficiency and administrative management. The CFO provided an overview of funding sources, noting the state's balanced budget requirements and the impact of the governor's revenue forecasts on appropriations. Key budget items include the expansion of the maternal home visiting program to additional counties to support infant and maternal health, and the allocation of bond funds for necessary maintenance and renovations at district offices and public health laboratories. The board also reviewed and approved a bond sale resolution to facilitate these facility improvements.