South Carolina Public Health and Health Services Block Grant (PHHSBG) Public Hearing - Friday, June 26, 2026

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) invites members of the public to attend a public hearing regarding the Public Health Services Block Grant (PHHSBG).

The purpose of this hearing is to provide information on the Public Health Services Block Grant and to offer an opportunity for public comment regarding current and future public health priorities supported through grant funding.

The hearing is open to all interested individuals, organizations, and stakeholders. Members of the public will have an opportunity to provide comments and feedback for consideration during the planning and implementation of Public Health Services Block Grant activities.

For additional information, please contact the South Carolina Department of Public Health Public Health Services Block Grant Program Coordinator Tonia Lee 803-898-0760 or leetr@dph.sc.gov for security coordination for attendance. 

Agenda

1. Welcome and Opening Remarks - Mike Tredway
2. FY26 Budget Overview - Mike Tredway
3. FY26 Changes to Workplan 
   1. ITSUP, SVSP and OH - Tonia Lee
   2. Partnerships and Population - Kymburle Gripper Sims
4. Success Stories 
   1. Injury & OH - Tonia Lee
   2. Partnerships and Population - Kymburle Gripper Sims
5. Presentations  
   1. Data Visualization - Katie Free
   2. State Health Improvement Plan (S.H.I.P.) - Dr. Kobra Eghtedary
6. New Business - Mike Tredway
7. Nominations for Consideration of New Members - Kymburle Gripper Sims
8. Closing Remarks - Mike Tredway

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