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HHSC seeks members for State Preventive Health Advisory Committee

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is soliciting applications for membership on the State Preventive Health Advisory Committee, which addresses the state plan for the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant.

Where
Statewide
When
Nov. 4, 2026
Sources
From an official record

Taxes and money

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  • Monday, November 30, 2026, 23:59. Application deadline for State Preventive Health Advisory Committee membership1

Who's involved

  • Texas Health and Human Services Commissionagency seeking committee members
  • Department of State Health Servicesagency reviewing applicants

The facts

  • Committee members will serve terms expiring December 31, 2034, unless otherwise noted.1
  • HHSC and DSHS will review applicants' qualifications, experience, and interest in serving.1
  • The agencies seek members who reflect the geographic diversity of Texas.1

Sources

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  1. Members Sought for the State Preventive Health Advisory Committee Texas Health and Human Services Commission , official record, November 4, 2026

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