The final version has not yet been completed. Drafts have been circulated among the District Council participants for feedback, and that process is still ongoing. Any changes will be incorporated into the final document. While The Challenge realizes that these changes will take place, we believe that the working drafts offer information that is useful, particularly in the upcoming legislative session. DHHS has not indicated which legislation it has already submitted, or will submit, as a result of this report.
Information is critical to effective advocacy.
The Challenge advises our readers to request a copy of the final report and read it thoroughly. The purpose The original purpose of the health planning effort was to position New Hampshire well for what was then considered the imminent passage of federal health care reform. That never materialized. Reform, however, was taking place - driven by the market, and largely without governmental oversight. The other part of the original purpose was financial.