Establishes the Office of Health Equity within the Vermont Department of Health to eliminate health disparities.

This bill establishes the Office of Health Equity within the Vermont Department of Health, tasked with eliminating health disparities among Vermonters. The Office will use a comprehensive approach addressing social, economic, and environmental factors influencing health outcomes. It will be directed by an Executive Director, who will oversee a review to identify systemic racism in state government, manage race-based data collection, and develop fairness and diversity policies. The Office will also advise on funding decisions and distribute grants to support community-based health initiatives.

Establishes the Office of Health Equity within the Vermont Department of Health to eliminate health disparities.

This bill establishes the Office of Health Equity within the Vermont Department of Health, tasked with eliminating health disparities among Vermonters. The Office will use a comprehensive approach addressing social, economic, and environmental factors influencing health outcomes. It will be directed by an Executive Director, who will oversee a review to identify systemic racism in state government, manage race-based data collection, and develop fairness and diversity policies. The Office will also advise on funding decisions and distribute grants to support community-based health initiatives.