Dallas County is suing to stop the federal government from taking back $70 million in public health funds. This money was awarded during the pandemic to help strengthen local health services. It was meant to prepare for future emergencies, not just respond to COVID-19.

Now the federal government wants that money back. They say the pandemic is over, so the funds are no longer needed. But public health threats have not gone away. Dallas County already had to lay off staff and reduce services. If the funding is not restored, more cuts could follow.

This is not just about one county. It's about whether local health departments can count on funding they were promised. It’s about whether our communities are ready for the next public health crisis. And it’s about making sure that local decisions are respected.

Harris County already won its case to get public health money returned. Dallas County deserves the same outcome. This funding supports testing, vaccinations, emergency planning, and disease response. Taking it away now puts lives at risk.

We call on elected leaders and federal officials to support Dallas County’s lawsuit and restore the $70 million in public health funds. This money was awarded legally, and it should be used to protect the people of Dallas County.

Sign this petition if you believe public health funding should be protected—not taken away when we still need it.