Statement on behalf of House Health and Human Resources Committee Chairman Matthew Rohrbach

“It was a disappointment to see House Bill 4020 vetoed, but I understand why Governor Justice felt the need to do so. The Legislature hears reports from DHHR on a regular and recurring basis, and we know there is much work to be done to improve that agency and its outcomes. We look forward to the thorough review Governor Justice is requesting, and we hope the Legislature can participate in those discussions.

“The Legislature is not, in any way, letting up its work in finding ways to shape a better model for public service at DHHR. We still firmly believe the agency needs separated in order to succeed, and we plan to bring this issue up again as early as the June meeting of the Legislative Oversight Commission on Health and Human Resources Accountability.”