§ 13-5101

§13–5101. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026 PER CHAPTER 787 OF 2024 //

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Commission” means the Commission on Public Health.

(c) “Foundational public health services” includes:

(1) The following foundational areas:

(i) Communicable disease control;

(ii) Chronic disease and injury prevention;

(iii) Environmental public health;

(iv) Maternal, child, and family health; and

(v) Access to and linkage with clinical care; and

(2) The following foundational capabilities:

(i) Assessment and surveillance;

(ii) Community partnership development;

(iii) Equity;

(iv) Organizational competencies;

(v) Policy development and support;

(vi) Accountability and performance management;

(vii) Emergency preparedness and response; and

(viii) Communications.