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Categories: Economic Assistance
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is reminding North Dakotans that starting Nov. 1, the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will encourage healthier food choices by updating which items can be purchased with an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
Categories: Announcement, Closure or Delay
Bismarck, ND (October 29, 2026) - North Dakota Health and Human Services is pleased to say the 2025 biennial audit released by the State Auditor’s Office shows strong overall performance across its programs, safeguards and operations. In a biennial budget of nearly $6 billion, auditors identified only seven findings, which demonstrates effective oversight and responsible program management.
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is raising awareness about lead exposure and ways North Dakotans can protect children from lead poisoning during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Oct. 25-31.
Categories: Medical Services Division
Today, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) received a 2026 Spotlight Award from the National Association of Medicaid Directors (NAMD) for its hospital value-based purchasing program, which uses a performance-based payment framework to improve quality and health outcomes for Medicaid members.
