CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice named his deputy chief of workers, Ann Urling, appearing inspector normal of the Departments of Well being, Human Providers and Well being Amenities.
Justice made that announcement on Friday. He stated Urling might be tasked with main impartial oversight of packages throughout the three companies.
“Ann has been a trusted advisor to me for years and has helped my administration in numerous methods,” stated Governor Justice. “Her unwavering dedication to transparency, accountability and effectivity in authorities makes her the right selection to guide the Workplace of Inspector Basic.
As inspector normal, Urling will oversee investigations into fraud, waste and abuse of funds. He could seek the advice of with the Legislature on coverage improvement.
“I’ve little question that she is going to work tirelessly to make sure West Virginia taxpayers' cash is used correctly,” Justice added.
Governor Justice requested Urling to stay concerned in his workplace as a senior advisor all through his administration. He’ll maintain that place concurrently with that of Appearing Inspector Basic.
“I’m extremely honored by Governor Justice's confidence in me to function Inspector Basic,” Urling stated. “I’m deeply dedicated to making sure that West Virginians obtain the very best high quality providers from their authorities and that taxpayer are used responsibly and successfully.
Previous to her present place, she was a senior vice chairman at Summit Neighborhood Financial institution.
Urling is initially from Shinnston, West Virginia and has been in Kanawha County since 1991.