Our Testimony

DOH leaders will be asked to testify before Senate and House committees to provide expert insights, data, and recommendations on health-related issues, policies, and programs. These testimonies help inform legislative decision-making, ensure that laws and policies are grounded in scientific evidence and public health considerations, and allow lawmakers to ask questions and clarify details on specific health challenges.

Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

March 5, 2019 - Secretary Wiesman

 "Vaccines Save Lives: What Is Driving Preventable Disease Outbreaks?"

Dr. Wiesman, a gray haired man wearing glasses and gray suit, speaking into a microphone while seated at a table.

Read the testimony (PDF) or click the image above to watch the full meeting on the Senate Committee's website.

Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

March 9, 2021 - Secretary Shah

"Examining Our COVID-19 Response: An Update from the Frontlines"

Senator Tuberville sitting at a table in a mask with Dr. Shah on the screen behind him.

Read the testimony (PDF) or click the image above to watch the full meeting on the Senate Committee's website.

Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

July 27, 2021 - Chief of Innovation and Technology Leslie Becker

"The Path Forward: Building on Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic"

Four individuals giving their testimonies while sitting at a table with black tablecloth, name plates, microphones, and more.

Read the testimony (PDF) or click the image above to watch the full meeting on the Senate Committee's website.

Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense

March 21, 2023 - Secretary Shah

"Informing Blueprint 2.0: Please, Look Up!"

Four commission members sitting at a table in the front of the room with Dr. Shah on the screen behind them.

Read the testimony (PDF) or click the image above to watch the full meeting on YouTube.