June 12, 2020 - 1:00pm
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Agenda
Location: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting will be conducted virtually using Microsoft Teams only. There is not a physical location for this meeting.
Registration: Registration is required in advance (at no cost) to attend this meeting. To register, click here and complete the form.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
The task force may take action on any agenda item.
Public Comment: The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) welcomes public comments pertaining to topics related to sickle cell, and related disorders. Members of the public are encouraged to participate in this process by providing written public comment to DSHS by emailing Aimee Millangue at Aimee.Millangue@dshs.texas.gov no later than 5:00 pm Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Please include your name and the organization you are representing, or if you are speaking as a private citizen. Written comments are limited to three minutes and will be read during the meeting for consideration by the Task Force.
If you would like to register to provide oral comments, please mark the correct box on the registration form. Instructions for providing oral comment will be emailed to you with the information about joining the meeting. Registration must be completed no later than 5:00 pm June 10, 2020. Members of the public may also use the Microsoft Teams Live Event Q&A section to submit a request to provide public comment. The request must contain your name and the organization you are representing, or if you are speaking as a private citizen as well as your direct phone number.
Public comment is limited to three minutes. Speakers must state their name, affiliation, and whom they are speaking on behalf of. Public members who are using handouts are asked to provide an electronic copy in accessible pdf format that will be distributed by HHS staff to Council members, State staff and for public distribution. Handouts are limited to two pages (paper size: 8.5” by 11”, one side only) of documentation. Handouts must be emailed to HHSC immediately after registering and include the name of the person who will be commenting.
Note: These procedures may be revised at the discretion of HHSC.
Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Aimee Millangue, Newborn Screening Unit, Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Aimee.Millangue@dshs.texas.gov, 512-776-3386.
People with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and require auxiliary aids or services should contact Aimee Millangue, Newborn Screening Unit, Department of State Health Services, Aimee.Millangue@dshs.texas.gov, 512-776-3386 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Aimee Millangue, Newborn Screening Unit, Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Aimee.Millangue@dshs.texas.gov, 512-776-3386.