Interlocal Contract Between Public Agencies
This is a contract outlining the agreement between Carson City and Douglas County in Nevada to share Community Health Nursing Services.
Legal Issues and Resources
Cross-Jurisdictional Sharing and the Law
This blog post, published by The Network for Public Health Law, explores cross-jurisdictional sharing and the law. It discusses specific case studies, including projects in Michigan, New York, and Nevada. Case studies consider how each partnership was formed under the laws of its governing state. Available online: https://www.networkforphl.org/the_network_blog/2015/03/27/563/cross-jurisdictional_sharing_and_the_law
Agreement Between Polk County Public Health and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health as part of the Polk-Norman-Mahnomen Community Health Board for shared staffing to provide public health services
This is the shared services contract for Polk County Public Health and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health in Minnesota.
Cross-Jurisdictional Data Sharing and Immunization Information Systems
Cross-jurisdictional data sharing requires the application of varying, and sometimes conflicting local, state and federal laws. These laws often present barriers and prevent the efficient and effective use of data to tackle important public health challenges. A national IIS cross-jurisdictional data-sharing memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been developed to help address these challenges and will […]
Public Health Interjurisdictional Immunization Information System Memorandum of Understanding Template
This document provides a template for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for secure, electronic exchange of immunization information among governmental entities that operate a population-based Immunization Information System (IIS). It suggests terms and conditions that might be included in an MOU. However, laws that govern IIS vary among jurisdictions and modification may be needed to […]
Legal Completeness and Effectiveness in Cross-Jurisdictional Shared Service Agreements in Wisconsin
Shared service agreements are in widespread use in Wisconsin, especially in highly rural areas. Many people involved in shared service agreements view them as a way to enhance and expand capacity. While most key terms and provisions were found in most agreements reviewed, some important terms, such as regular review, update, and renewal procedures for […]
Guide for Developing Legal Documents Governing Cross-Jurisdictional Sharing Arrangements
This tool was prepared by the Center for Sharing Public Health Services and the Network for Public Health Law to assist in developing legal agreements that govern cross-jurisdictional sharing (CJS) arrangements.
MALPH Cross-Jurisdiction Sharing Medical Director Workgroup Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Templates
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) templates are a resource for local health departments to use to formalize medical director back-up coverage. The templates were developed as part of a Cross-Jurisdictional Sharing Project Grant funded by Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Authorities for Cross-Jurisdictional Sharing in Kansas
This document describes the statutes and other frameworks that enable public health cross-jurisdictional sharing (CJS) in Kansas.
Consolidating Local Health Departments in the United States: Challenges, Evidence, and Thoughts for the Future
Discusses the legal structures and trends affecting local health departments (LHDs) and their abilities to address the challenges they face in the 21st century. Addresses the extent to which LHD consolidations are occurring and the ways in which they are done, the factors that facilitate these consolidations, and the effects they may have on services […]