Sample Designation Documentation for Temporary Reassignment

[DATE]

The Honorable _____________________________
Secretary
Department of Health and Human Services
Washington, DC 20021

Dear Secretary _____________________:

In accordance with Section 319(e) of the Public Health Service Act, by this letter I am approving [DESIGNEE NAME, POSITION], as my designee during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

This designation provides [DESIGNEE] with the authority to request temporary reassignment of State, local, or tribal personnel through the Department of Health and Human Services.

Sincerely,

[GOVERNOR or TRIBAL LEADER]