Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that establishes the Executive Office of Health and Policy in the State of South Carolina, merging and consolidating 6 previously established state departments.

Highlights:

• Establishes the Executive Office of Health and Policy in the State of South Carolina, merging and consolidating 6 previously established state departments, including the departments of (Sec. 1):

• Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services;

• Disabilities and Special Needs;

• Health and Human Services;

• Mental Health;

• Aging; and

• Public health.

• Requires that there shall be a new Department of Public Health created after this bill's enactment date (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the governor (Sec. 1).

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