Summary

The City of Fishers Health Department (FHD) adheres to state regulative requirements governing actions of local health departments. 

This page outlines fair notice practices to ensure compliance with laws and regulations FHD is subject to, and provides an opportunity for any member of the public to contact FHD prior to the agency taking action. 

Senate Enrolled Act 4

Authored by State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso), Senate Enrolled Act 4 (SEA 4) aims to ‘modernize Indiana’s state and local health departments’ through increased funding and regulatory activities. Specific transparency reporting by FHD to ensure compliance with SEA 4 is outlined below.

Section 19. IC 16-20-1-12

Section 19 IC 16-20-1-12 outlines the requirements of local health departments to post contracts and positions for no less than thirty (30) days prior to hiring or contracting for the provision or administration of core public health services. The state is currently providing guidance that the new requirement only applies to contracts and positions utilizing the new funds, which should be available on or around January 1, 2024.

The Fishers Health Department posts all positions and contracts for transparency. All position opportunities are also posted on the City of Fishers Job Opportunities page.

Questions? Email the Fishers Health Department.