Top Texas health official to step down amid contracting missteps
Smith has come under fire over the last several weeks from lawmakers and Gov.
Smith, who announced his retirement Thursday, did not say in his letter to Abbott -- who appointed him to the post in 2016 -- why he was leaving. Smith had previously worked for Abbott when he was
"Serving with the thousands of dedicated professionals in the
Abbott has appointed
Abbott in a news release Thursday thanked Smith for his service.
"Throughout his tenure, Charles has taken a hands-on approach to solving tough issues while displaying a tireless work ethic," Abbott said. "I am confident he will prove to be an invaluable asset wherever he should devote himself next."
State Sen.
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Last month, agency officials canceled five managed care contracts worth
A few weeks later, the State Auditor's Office released a report highlighting a series of problems with how the agency awarded a
Smith apologized for the mistakes before the
Five other employees have left the agency since the errors were revealed. The purchaser responsible for the incorrect scoring and her two superiors were fired.
Smith replaced
In response to Smith's retirement announcement Thursday, House Speaker
"The problems at HHSC are severe and longstanding, and they continue to warrant serious attention," Straus said.
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