Oklahoma State Health Department Requests Less Funding, Smaller Budget

By Carmen FormanStaff writercforman@oklahoman.comWhile Oklahoma ranks among the worst states for most health outcomes, the Oklahoma State Department of Health is aiming to reduce its budget by 1.5% next year.In a Monday budget hearing at the state Capitol, Oklahoma Commissioner of Health Gary Cox asked legislators for a $4.5 million reduction in funds appropriated to the department, a move that surprised and confused lawmakers.State agencies submit annual budget requests that detail their anticipated needs for the upcoming year.Read more on NewsOK.com

 

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