Several major health agencies in Texas are under review by the state's sunset commission — including the Department of State Health Services and Health and Human Services Commission. Advocates said this cycle could have a significant impact on services and access moving forward.

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 27: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services building is seen on March 27, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Department of Health and Human Services announced it is cutting 10,000 jobs and closing offices aimed at cutting $1.8 ...

A massive data breach into federally protected information was uncovered at the start of 2025. In the process of investigating, the Texas Department of Health and Human Services -- the agency which handles SNAP, food stamps and public medical care ...

Without a solution, SNAP benefits could pause, leaving millions in need. See how nonprofits are preparing to help.

The Department of Education was instrumental in eliminating a cap on special education enrollment in Texas public schools. Advocates worry cuts to the department will diminish federal oversight.

Miceli says that “merit and expertise should be prioritized at every level of healthcare – whether it's doctors, fellowships, students, or vendors.”

DALLAS — Cuts to federal health agencies are hitting close to home in North Texas. The Trump administration announced last week it would cut $11 billion in federal funds, mainly used for COVID-19 initiatives and other public health projects. Several ...

A second school-age child in Texas has died from measles amid a fast-growing, multistate outbreak that now totals more than 600 cases nationally. Texas' Department of State Health Services reported Sunday that a school-aged child who tested positive for ...

This week, the Texas Department of State Health Services made the Department of Government Efficiency's list of targets. DOGE plans to cut $877 million of a $1.5 billion federal grant and $97 million from a $473 million grant, both from the U.S. Department ...

PARIS, Texas - According to the Texas Department of Health and Human Services, as of Friday, there are 11 reported cases of measles in Lamar County. The East Texas county, which includes Paris, is one of 10 Texas counties designated as having "ongoing ...