Item 14

Authorize the Bureau of Laboratory Services to accept and expend federal funds in the amount of $1,035,063 from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to fund the NH Epidemiology, Laboratory, and Health Information System Capacity Program. (2)Further authorize to create eight positions and continue a reclassified position to build capacity for responding to Zika and other infectious disease surveillance and prevention activities in order to protect the health of NH citizens. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2017. 100% Federal Funds. Fiscal Committee approved.