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Getting the public health system overhaul bill to the finish line was something many thought wasnt possible. How did the measure become law and whats left to do now?

A paradigm shift for public health in Indiana crossed the finish line at the Statehouse Thursday.

Local health departments will have a longer list of core services they must provide to get increased funding after changes to legislation Tuesday.

Legislation headed to the House aims to overhaul the quality of care that local health departments provide to Hoosiers.

A bill to significantly improve Indianas public health system underwent a small but potentially vital change Thursday, aimed at easing concerns about the legislation.

With the end of pandemic-era housing programs, evictions are up, which is causing a growing public health crisis.

Senate lawmakers took their first step Wednesday aimed at dramatically improving Indianas public health system. But a committee hearing also revealed the challenges that lay ahead.

State leaders want lawmakers to make a significant investment in improving public health in the 2023 session.

The full funding recommendation from the governor's Public Health Commission may be on life support before the legislative session even begins.