HHS Rearranges General Counsel Roles for Streamlined Operations
Published Date: 3/14/2025
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Summary
The Department of Health and Human Services just updated how its Office of the General Counsel is organized and how it works. This new plan replaces all the old ones, making things clearer and more official. If you work with or follow this office, expect smoother operations with no extra costs or delays.
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