Sec. 711. Set-aside for public health

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From the amounts provided under subsection (c), the Board shall make transfers from the American Health Security Trust Fund to the Public Health Service for the following purposes (other than payment for services covered under title II): For payments to States under the maternal and child health block grants under title V of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 701 et seq.). For prevention and treatment of tuberculosis under section 317 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247b).

For the prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases under section 318 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247c) . Preventive health block grants under part A of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300w et seq.). Grants to States for community mental health services under subpart I of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x et seq.). Grants to States for prevention and treatment of substance abuse under subpart II of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act ( 42 U.S.C. 300x–21 et seq. ).

Grants for HIV health care services under parts A, B, and C of title XXVI of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300ff–11 et seq.). Public health formula grants described in subsection (d). The amount of transfers under subsection

(a)for any fiscal year shall be an amount (specified by the Board each year) not less than 1/10 percent and not to exceed 14/100 percent of the amounts the Board estimates will be expended from the Trust Fund in the fiscal year. The funds provided under this section with respect to provision of services are in addition to, and not in replacement of, funds made available under the programs referred to in subsection

(a)and shall be administered in accordance with the terms of such programs. The Secretary shall require each State receiving funds under this section to submit annual reports to the Secretary on the health status of the population and measurable objectives for improving the health of the public in the State. Such reports shall include the following: A comparison of the measures of the State and local public health system compared to relevant objectives set forth in Healthy People 2020 or subsequent national objectives set by the Secretary. A description of health status measures to be improved within the State (at the State and local levels) through expanded public health functions and health promotion and disease prevention programs. Measurable outcomes and process objectives for improving health status, and a report on outcomes from the previous year. Information regarding how Federal funding has improved population-based prevention activities and programs. A description of the core public health functions to be carried out at the local level. A description of the relationship between the State’s public health system, community-based health promotion and disease prevention providers, and the State health security program. The Board shall make no transfer of funds under this section for any fiscal year for which the total appropriations for such programs are less than the total amount appropriated for such programs in fiscal year 2010. The Secretary shall provide stable funds to States through formula grants for the purpose of carrying out core public health functions to monitor and protect the health of communities from communicable diseases and exposure to toxic environmental pollutants, occupational hazards, harmful products, and poor health outcomes. Such functions include the following: Data collection, analysis, and assessment of public health data, vital statistics, and personal health data to assess community health status and outcomes reporting. This function includes the acquisition and installation of hardware and software, and personnel training and technical assistance to operate and support automated and integrated information systems. Activities to protect the environment and to ensure the safety of housing, workplaces, food, and water. Investigation and control of adverse health conditions, and threats to the health status of individuals and the community. This function includes the identification and control of outbreaks of infectious disease, patterns of chronic disease and injury, and cooperative activities to reduce the levels of violence. Health promotion and disease prevention activities for which there is a significant need and a high priority of the Public Health Service. The provision of public health laboratory services to complement private clinical laboratory services, including— screening tests for metabolic diseases in newborns; toxicology assessments of blood lead levels and other environmental toxins; tuberculosis and other diseases requiring partner notification; and testing for infectious and food-borne diseases. Training and education for the public health professions. Research on effective and cost-effective public health practices. This function includes the development, testing, evaluation, and publication of results of new prevention and public health control interventions. Integration and coordination of the prevention programs and services of community-based providers, local and State health departments, and other sectors of State and local government that affect health.

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