CHAPTER 88
H.P. 1414 - L.D. 1858
Resolve, to Improve the Health of Maine Citizens Through Hepatitis C Prevention and Detection
Sec. 1. Hepatitis C prevention and detection. Resolved: That, contingent upon the receipt of federal funding or donations from private sources for these purposes, the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Health shall take the following steps to improve the health of Maine citizens through hepatitis C prevention and detection:
1. Initiate a media campaign designed to increase statewide awareness of hepatitis C and its prevention and detection;
2. Ensure access to laboratory testing for suspected cases of hepatitis C;
3. Increase opportunities to educate medical and social service providers on the prevention and detection of hepatitis C;
4. Collect epidemiological data relevant to hepatitis C; and
5. Coordinate and evaluate the success of these initiatives; and be it further
Sec. 2. Appropriations and allocations. Resolved: That the following appropriations and allocations are made.
HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
Bureau of Health
Initiative: Provides a base allocation in the event Other Special Revenue funds are received to operate a hepatitis C prevention and detection program.
Other Special Revenue funds 2001-02 2002-03
All Other $0 $500
Effective July 25, 2002, unless otherwise indicated.
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