On May 5, 2025, Mayor Muriel Bowser requested the reprogramming of $5,517,836.31 in Fiscal Year 2025 Local Funds within the Department of Health to facilitate the transition of the School Health Service Program and School-Based Health Centers from contractor support to internal management. The funds will be reallocated from the Community Health Services and Community Services divisions to cover personnel costs and contractual services. The Chief Financial Officer confirmed that this reprogramming will not negatively impact the Department of Health's budget or the District's financial plan, and it is essential for maintaining support for these critical health programs.

The resolution also details the budgetary allocations for the Family Health Bureau, which has a total budget of approximately $27.6 million after adjustments. It includes provisions for creating 195 new positions, primarily for School Health Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses, to enhance health services in schools. The financial breakdown highlights specific expenditures for grants, personnel, and contractual services, emphasizing the importance of investing in school health services to improve student health outcomes and overall well-being. The resolution aims to ensure adequate staffing and resources to effectively support public health initiatives within the educational system.