U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Location: Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services manages a broad spectrum of health-related responsibilities across the nation.

Financial Indicators: With an annual budget of approximately $1.3 trillion, HHS stands as one of the largest federal departments, supporting services like Medicare and Medicaid along with significant health services and research initiatives.

Important Events

• Under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., HHS has launched 'Operation Stork Speed' to enhance the safety of infant formula through stricter protocols and innovation in infant nutrition.
• The 'Make America Healthy Again' initiative aims to remove synthetic petroleum-based dyes from the American food supply, a measure supported by the Consumer Brands Association.
• HHS authorized the FDA to issue Emergency Use Authorizations for animal drugs against New World Screwworm, safeguarding the nation's livestock and food supply.

Company Plans

• As part of Operation Stork Speed, HHS is collaborating with manufacturers to bolster the production of safe infant formula.
• Future plans include expanding public health research, enhancing healthcare accessibility, and increasing the efficiency of health services delivery nationwide.
• HHS is addressing health risks linked to ultra-processed foods to improve public health outcomes.
• Led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the department is conducting the 'Take Back Your Health' tour, focused on public health, dairy farming, infant formula safety, and addiction recovery.

Modified: 2026/06/03