This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Department of Health to establish legislative rules concerning basic public health service standards for local boards of health. Specifically, it introduces a new section, 64-73-8, which outlines the composition and responsibilities of the West Virginia Public Health Advisory Committee. The committee will consist of nine members appointed by the Commissioner, including representatives from local health departments and county associations. The committee is tasked with advising the Commissioner, collaborating on performance assessment tools for local health boards, and providing input on training for health appointees.

Additionally, the bill includes amendments to existing provisions regarding numerical thresholds in subparagraphs related to the committee's operations. It changes the numbers in subparagraphs 8.3.6.a.2 and 8.3.6.a.3, increasing them from ".10" to ".15" and from ".15" to ".20," respectively. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the structure and function of public health governance in West Virginia by formalizing the advisory role of the newly established committee.

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Introduced Version: 64-5-1