Public Health Law Center is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public health through legal and policy solutions. Specializing in addressing the root causes of chronic disease and health inequities, the center stands out for its collaborative, systems-level approach to creating healthier communities nationwide.
The center partners with Tribal health leaders, federal agencies, advocacy organizations, governments, planners, researchers, attorneys, and community coalitions to build legal and policy capacity. Its work is grounded in health equity, focusing on empowering communities with the tools, training, and technical assistance needed to implement effective public health policies.
Services Offered
- Legal technical assistance and policy analysis
- Commercial tobacco control policy development
- Tribal public health sovereignty support
- Food justice and healthy food access policy
- Physical activity and community planning policy
- Climate justice and healthy buildings policy
- Public health infrastructure capacity building
- Legal research and resource development
- Policy drafting assistance
- Training and educational webinars
- Litigation support and tracking
- Administrative action tracking
- Development of policy maps and toolkits
The center serves Tribal, local, state, and territorial health departments, as well as community organizations and advocates across the United States. Its resources and expertise are widely utilized to strengthen public health authority and advance equitable outcomes.
