MOU for Public Data and Information Sharing with Public Health Entities

This contract is a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and Collin County for the sharing of public health data and information. The purpose of the MOU is to provide Collin County with access to certain public health data and information maintained by DSHS, for the purpose of providing essential public health services. The MOU outlines the roles and responsibilities of both parties regarding access and utilization of the data, as well as confidentiality and security requirements. The contract is for a term of two years, with the option for termination by either party with 30 days' written notice. Key aspects of the contract include: • The sharing of public health data and information between DSHS and Collin County • The requirement for Collin County to comply with all applicable federal and state laws relating to the privacy, security, and confidentiality of the data and information • The need for Collin County to maintain appropriate procedural, administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to prevent the release or disclosure of any data and information obtained under the MOU • The requirement for Collin County to use the data and information obtained under the MOU only for purposes described in the MOU and in accordance with the terms under the MOU • The option for DSHS to temporarily suspend the sharing of data and information without advance notice • The requirement for Collin County to destroy all data and information using software that renders the data and information unrecoverable upon termination or expiration of the MOU.