Kennedy Proposes Scrapping Public Comment on Major Us Health Policies
U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is proposing to eliminate public participation in numerous policy decisions, a shift that contradicts his earlier commitment to transparency. This proposal aims to rescind a policy allowing public comment on agency actions, which has been in place since 1971, raising concerns about the implications for public trust and accountability. Critics argue that this move could undermine policy effectiveness and erode the relationship between government agencies and the communities they serve.
- The proposed changes reflect a broader trend towards consolidating executive power, potentially sidelining public input in favor of expedited decision-making processes.
- In what ways could the removal of public comment impact the development of health policies that directly affect millions of Americans?