Senate Committee Questions Health Official Nominees

Why it matters locally: While these are national appointments, decisions made by the Surgeon General and other senior health officials can influence federal health policies and programs that affect healthcare access and public health initiatives across Kansas.

WASHINGTON – The Senate committee on health is holding confirmation hearings Wednesday for three individuals President Trump nominated to senior health roles. One of these nominees is Dr. Nicole Saphier, Trump's third selection for surgeon general. The committee will also review the qualifications of two other appointees during the session. These hearings represent a step in the process for the nominees to assume their designated positions within the federal health infrastructure.