HB 143 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 290 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the period of continuous eligibility and a periodic eligibility review for a child for Medicaid.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 320 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the women's health advisory committee.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 509 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to all persons for whom federal matching funds are available.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 648 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the duties of the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1189 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain working parents for whom federal matching money is available.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1445 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the applicability of the sales and use tax to medical or dental billing services.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/22
HB 1516 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to efficiency audits of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program and the state temporary assistance and support services program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1608 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to the categorization, collection, and publication of certain demographic and other information pertaining to certain public benefits programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1741 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to all persons for whom federal matching money is available.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1791 87-0 (2021)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to eligibility for job-training programs provided under the self-sufficiency fund.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1800 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to a study to evaluate the effectiveness of community collaboratives in addressing the exploitation of elderly persons in this state.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
HB 1886 87-0 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to a study on streamlining public safety net programs to reduce costs and improve outcomes for recipients under the programs.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2164 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to efficiency audits of the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2514 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a task force to study access to legal services for persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2822 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to the availability of antipsychotic prescription drugs under the vendor drug program and Medicaid managed care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3104 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to home-delivered meal services under the Options for Independent Living program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3396 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to provision of behavioral health services under Medicaid using audio-only technology and to reimbursement for those services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3635 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to vehicle modification services provided under the vocational rehabilitation program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 3686 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to the investigation of alleged exploitation of certain elderly persons.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3905 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to the creation of a program for assisting certain recipients in achieving self-sufficiency.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 4094 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to certain procurements by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 4134 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the provision of assistance to certain elderly persons in obtaining certain protective orders.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4310 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to establishing a nutritional support grant program for certain medically fragile children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4311 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to establishing an assistance program to provide certain health care services to certain medically fragile children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4334 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to the provision of information regarding certain public assistance programs by public schools.
House: Public Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 39 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the period of continuous eligibility for the medical assistance program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 50 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Neave, Victoria
Relating to a competitive and integrated employment initiative for certain Medicaid recipients.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 217 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to expanding eligibility for medical assistance to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and ensuring the provision of quality care under and the effectiveness of the medical assistance program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 657 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to regular efficiency audits of public benefits programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 674 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to the availability of antipsychotic prescription drugs under the vendor drug program and Medicaid managed care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 770 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to eligibility for job-training programs provided under the self-sufficiency fund.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 866 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to electronic benefits transfer cards used by or for recipients of benefits under certain assistance programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 970 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions related to health and human services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 982 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the categorization, collection, and publication of certain demographic and other information pertaining to certain public benefits programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1136 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to implementation of certain health care provider initiatives and measures designed to reduce costs and improve recipient health outcomes under Medicaid.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1138 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to a study on streamlining public safety net programs to reduce costs and improve outcomes for recipients under the programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1275 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to provision of behavioral health services under Medicaid using audio-only technology and to reimbursement for those services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1341 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to eligibility for certain benefits provided under public assistance programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1751 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to improvements to access to health care in this state, including increased access to and scope of coverage under health benefit plans and Medicaid, and to improvements in health outcomes; authorizing an assessment; imposing penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1917 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a public outreach campaign for aging adults with visual impairments.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 2037 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the definition of exploitation for purposes of investigating reports of exploitation against certain elderly persons and persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 2082 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the provision of information regarding certain public assistance programs by public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
HB 183 87-1 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the establishment of the task force on asylum-seeking migrants.
Filed
HB 12 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to early childhood intervention and rehabilitative and habilitative services.
House: Human Services
Received from the House
HB 342 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to eligibility for the medical assistance program and enrollment in the child health plan program.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 713 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the employment of certain persons with disabilities.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 816 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 829 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the period of continuous eligibility for the medical assistance program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1109 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to waiving certain minimum standards for substitute care providers for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1250 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to electronic benefits transfer cards used by or for recipients of benefits under certain assistance programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1295 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to early childhood intervention and rehabilitative and habilitative services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1564 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the provision of certain support services to persons who are deaf-blind.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1913 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to all persons for whom federal matching funds are available.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2177 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to license terms and fees and registration and listing fees for certain child-care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2308 86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to all persons for whom federal matching funds are available.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2330 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a study of an intake system and state case management system for state and federal disaster assistance.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2490 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the system for maintaining records relating to children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2970 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to a consolidated eligibility screening process for benefits under certain assistance programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3157 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the duties of the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
HB 3428 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to training on Alzheimer's disease and dementia for certain Department of Family and Protective Services employees and area agencies on aging employees and volunteers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3481 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to investigation of fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicaid managed care by the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3675 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the provision of food service, laundry service, and lawn care to certain mental health facilities and state supported living centers.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3698 86-0 (2019)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3765 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain working parents for whom federal matching funds are available.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 3774 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to investigations of abuse or exploitation of an elderly person or person with a disability.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3916 86-0 (2019)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to a competitive and integrated employment initiative for certain Medicaid recipients.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 4155 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to low income individuals who cannot afford to make repairs and upgrades to appliances.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 4269 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to the drug testing of certain persons seeking and receiving financial assistance or supplemental nutrition assistance benefits.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4301 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to Medicaid coverage of doula services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4476 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to civil liability for abuse or exploitation of an elderly person or person with a disability.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4489 86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the performance of administrative support services functions for the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4543 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to implementation of the system redesign for the delivery of Medicaid benefits to persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 327 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 428 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to a study of using a single intake form for state and federal disaster assistance.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 569 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the regulation of listed family homes.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 637 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the period of continuous eligibility for the medical assistance program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 671 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to electronic benefits transfer cards used by or for recipients of benefits under certain assistance programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 704 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the provision of certain support services to persons who are deaf-blind.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1101 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Turner, John
Relating to the consolidation of ombudsman programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1109 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to a public outreach campaign for aging adults with visual impairments.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1191 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to certain requirements regarding Medicaid fair hearings.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1234 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the provision of food service, laundry service, and lawn care to certain mental health facilities and state supported living centers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1362 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the performance of administrative support services functions for the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1607 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to a study on issues regarding service animals.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1818 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to a competitive and integrated employment initiative for certain Medicaid recipients.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1957 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the personal needs allowance for participants in home and community-based waiver programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2178 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to state fiscal matters.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 2200 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Turner, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission to obtain criminal history record information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 2225 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to early childhood intervention and rehabilitative and habilitative services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 148 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to electronic benefits transfer cards used for recipients of benefits under certain assistance programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 278 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the task force on asylum-seeking children.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 279 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of the women's health advisory committee.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 292 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 482 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload limit goals for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing goals for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 630 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, DonnaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the Internet broadcast and archiving of open meetings of the Health and Human Services Commission, health and human services agencies, and related advisory entities.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1093 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to petty cash funds for county welfare departments in certain populous counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 1408 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to the period of continuous eligibility for the medical assistance program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2045 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to license renewal for certain child-care facilities and registered family homes.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2342 85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to a study on Medicaid managed care.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2379 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the functions and administration of the Health and Human Services Commission and the commission's office of inspector general in relation to fraud, waste, and abuse in health and human services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2446 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to a report on the consolidation of the health and human services system, including advisory committees within the system, and the re-creation of the Texas system of care framework.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2515 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Tomas
Relating to the establishment of a veterans self-help center.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2791 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the state plan for hepatitis C prevention, testing, and treatment.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 2850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the repeal of certain obsolete laws governing state pensions and other similar benefits.
House: Pensions
Received from the House
HB 2904 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the memorandum of understanding among certain agencies to coordinate services provided to persons needing multiagency services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3123 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a report concerning health care providers participating in the breast and cervical cancer services program, the family planning program, and the Texas women's health program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3144 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under certain health benefit plans and the medical assistance and CHIP perinatal programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3204 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to vendor requirements under the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3229 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to the use of an assistance animal that provides assistance to a person with a disability; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3279 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to eligibility requirements for the specialized telecommunications assistance program.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3379 85-0 (2017)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility process for customer service benefits.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3489 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to audits conducted by the Health and Human Services Commission's office of inspector general.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Left pending in committee
HB 3493 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 3538 85-0 (2017)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to post-discharge services offered by a juvenile board or juvenile probation department to a child after the child's probation period ends.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3564 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, StephanieSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the office of the state long-term care ombudsman; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3842 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to transferring the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities to The University of Texas at Austin and renaming the office the Office for Healthy Children.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to state fiscal matters; authorizing a fee.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 3929 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the employment of certain persons with disabilities.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 4061 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the creation of a task force on intentional violent deaths.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 4184 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to investigating an allegation of exploitation involving an elderly person or person with a disability.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4186 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the administration of human services block grant programs
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4214 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to Medicaid funding in this state, including the federal government's participation in that funding.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 4253 85-0 (2017)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to training requirements for foster parents.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 53 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the period of continuous eligibility for the medical assistance program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 455 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to the operations of the Employment-First Task Force.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
SB 546 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the quality of water provided by public drinking water supply systems to state supported living centers.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 602 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a restructuring commission to evaluate each state supported living center.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 670 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of the commissioners of the health and human services agencies by the governor.
House: State Affairs Senate: Nominations
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 766 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to accounting for costs incurred by the health and human services system as a result of the presence in this state of persons who are not lawfully present in the United States.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 790 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of the women's health advisory committee.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 932 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the licensing of, the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission's duties with respect to, and the administrative penalties for certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 933 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the licensing of, the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission's duties with respect to, and the administrative penalties for home and community support services agencies.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1021 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to reports on the consolidation and certain functions of the health and human services system, including advisory committees within the system, and the re-creation of the Texas system of care framework.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1050 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the sale of real property on which a state supported living center is located.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1111 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the employment of certain persons with disabilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1443 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to electronic benefits transfer cards used by recipients of benefits under certain assistance programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 1548 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to post-discharge services offered by a juvenile board or juvenile probation department to a child after the child's probation period ends.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1677 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to information about services for women veterans provided through certain state agency applications.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1735 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the repeal of certain obsolete laws governing state pensions and other similar benefits.
House: Pensions Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1743 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to transferring the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities to The University of Texas at Austin and renaming the office the Office for Healthy Children.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1802 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to petty cash funds for county welfare departments in certain populous counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1997 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to establishing a pilot program for professional support service provider services for persons who are deaf-blind.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2025 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of a peer support program for residents of state supported living centers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2214 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to state fiscal matters related to health and human services and state agencies administering health and human services programs.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 2217 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to state fiscal matters.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 144 85-1 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a report concerning health care providers participating in the breast and cervical cancer services program, the family planning program, and the Texas women's health program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 242 85-1 (2017)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to new mother wellness screenings under the Texas women's health program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
SB 75 85-1 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a report concerning health care providers participating in the breast and cervical cancer services program, the family planning program, and the Texas women's health program.
Filed
HB 217 84-0 (2015)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to the services provided by a colonia self-help center.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 306 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the provision of certain public benefits and services to persons not lawfully present in the United States and reimbursement from the federal government for those benefits and services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 310 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the cost of confinement and imprisonment of persons not lawfully present in the United States and reimbursement from the federal government for that cost.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 550 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies, and the licensing of certain health professionals; clarifying certain statutory provisions; authorizing the imposition of fees.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 679 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study on homeless youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 765 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis | et. al.
Relating to ensuring that certain military members who reside out of state and their dependents maintain their positions on waiting lists for certain assistance programs provided by health and human services agencies.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 873 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the publication of certain information regarding the vocational rehabilitation program on the Internet.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 993 84-0 (2015)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to employee caseload standards for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing standards for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1069 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to services for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing and certification requirements for interpreters for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing; providing an administrative penalty; requiring a fee and changing the rate of a fee; requiring an occupational certification.
House: Human Services
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1528 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the provision of services to certain HIV-infected individuals.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1584 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to a voluntary donation to the fund for veterans' assistance when applying for a hunting or fishing license.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1678 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1768 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the use of the universal service fund to provide Internet service to certain persons with an impairment of hearing.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1776 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the abolishment of the interagency task force on electronic benefits transfers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 1809 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to creation of an employment-first task force advisory committee.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1973 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to electronic benefits transfer cards used for recipients of benefits under certain assistance programs.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2070 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to certain requirements for certain facilities licensed by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the department's enforcement authority.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2233 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the establishment of a parent education pilot program by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2244 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the regulation of medical waste; adding and amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2270 84-0 (2015)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2283 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to entities exempt from regulation as a boarding home facility.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2304 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Health and Human Services Commission and the provision of health and human services in this state.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2433 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services and procedures applicable to suits affecting the parent-child relationship, investigations of child abuse and neglect, and conservatorship of a child; affecting fee amounts and authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2463 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the continuation of the functions of the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services and certain other functions.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
HB 2510 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of State Health Services, the provision of health services in this state, and the regulation of certain health-related occupations and activities.
House: Human Services
Recommitted to committee
HB 2542 84-0 (2015)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to the establishment and administration of the qualified ABLE program; granting authority to impose a fee.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2550 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the establishment and duties of a task force to study and make recommendations on family support and parent education programs.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2578 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the efficiency of and consolidation of powers and duties within the health and human services system.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 2640 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the cost of confinement and imprisonment of persons not lawfully present in the United States and reimbursement from the federal government for that cost.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2641 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the exchange of health information in this state; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2661 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the functions of the Office of Immigration and Refugee Affairs and the Governor's Advisory Committee on Immigration and Refugees.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2699 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the functions and operations of the Department of Aging and Disability Services; increasing penalties.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2718 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to a program to allow faith- and community-based organizations to offer supplemental assistance to certain recipients of public assistance.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2783 84-0 (2015)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the task force on asylum-seeking children.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2951 84-0 (2015)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2966 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to an interim study regarding the identification of health and human services programs that can be privatized.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3036 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to a study on the savings to the state achieved by the expansion of Medicaid managed care in regards to the number of persons served and the scope of services provided.
House: Human Services Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 3076 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the improvement of efficiencies in benefit applications submitted to the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3092 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide protective services to certain persons determined to be at risk of future harm from abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 3115 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the medical assistance and CHIP perinatal programs.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 3279 84-0 (2015)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to the authority and duties of the office of inspector general of the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Recommitted to committee
HB 3523 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to improving the delivery and quality of Medicaid acute care services and long-term care services and supports.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
HB 3655 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to a strategy to ensure proper use of money under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 4013 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to studies on homeless veterans and youth.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HR 3475 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2641.
Reported enrolled
SB 32 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the services provided by a colonia self-help center.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 38 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to creation of an employment-first task force advisory committee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 89 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for medical assistance to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 169 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to ensuring that certain military members and their spouses and dependents maintain their positions on interest lists or other waiting lists for certain health and human services assistance programs.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 200 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Health and Human Services Commission and the provision of health and human services in this state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
SB 201 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the efficiency and consolidation of powers and duties within the health and human services system.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 202 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of certain occupational regulatory programs and the deregulation of certain activities and occupations.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
SB 204 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the continuation of the functions of the Department of Aging and Disability Services; increasing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
House appoints conferees-reported
SB 205 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the functions of the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 206 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services and procedures applicable to suits affecting the parent-child relationship, investigations of child abuse and neglect, and conservatorship of a child; affecting fee amounts and authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
SB 207 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the authority and duties of the office of inspector general of the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 211 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 219 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies, and the licensing of certain health professionals; clarifying certain statutory provisions; authorizing the imposition of fees.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 497 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the use of money in a tax increment fund to pay costs related to public improvements used for social services programs and permanent supportive housing that promotes the development or redevelopment of a reinvestment zone.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 607 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the Texas Interagency Council for the Homeless.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 688 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 838 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the functions of the Office of Immigration and Refugee Affairs, the Governor's Advisory Committee on Immigration and Refugees, and the use of the state's disaster contingency fund for purposes related to immigration and refugees.
House: State Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 847 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting a waiting period requirement for coverage under the child health plan program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1068 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1119 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a pilot project to evaluate the use of telepractice to provide certain services to children and adults with an autism spectrum disorder.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1127 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the period of continuous eligibility for the medical assistance program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1141 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the establishment and administration of the qualified ABLE program; granting authority to impose a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1209 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the privacy of certain personal information held by health and human services agencies.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1332 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a program to allow faith- and community-based organizations to offer supplemental assistance to certain recipients of public assistance.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1580 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.Sponsor: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to a study on homeless veterans.
House: Human Services Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 1585 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to a study on the feasibility of establishing a prepaid investment plan or other product to help citizens of this state finance and access residential care.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1892 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to a study on homeless youth.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 33 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to alternative methods of dispute resolution in certain disputes between the Department of Aging and Disability Services and an assisted living facility licensed by the department.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 119 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to citizenship information reported by persons who receive local or state money to provide services to individuals in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 219 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the provision of certain public benefits and services to persons not lawfully present in the United States and reimbursement from the federal government for those benefits and services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 304 83-0 (2013)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload standards for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing standards for certain of those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 405 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to testimony by members of the State Board of Dental Examiners.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 473 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the provision under the medical assistance program of certain medications to children younger than five years of age.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
HB 486 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to outsourcing a service performed by a health and human services agency to a private commercial contractor.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 489 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to rights and responsibilities of persons with disabilities, including with respect to the use of service animals that provide assistance to those persons; providing penalties.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 1/1/14
HB 593 83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for medical assistance to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 633 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to a voluntary contribution to the fund for veterans' assistance when applying for a driver's license or personal identification certificate.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 755 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to a study regarding the effect on birth rates in this state of the restructured system of providing certain women's health care and family planning services in this state.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 908 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nevárez, PonchoSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the assessment of an elderly or disabled person's psychological status for purposes of an emergency order authorizing protective services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 913 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to licensing and regulation of certain facilities providing personal care to persons who are elderly or disabled.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 999 83-0 (2013)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for medical assistance to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1098 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to family cost share provisions in the early childhood intervention program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 1545 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a study regarding the use of certain public transportation services by persons with disabilities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1689 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to pay-for-performance contracts for certain Health and Human Services Enterprise programs and services.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 1760 83-0 (2013)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the provision of services to certain individuals with developmental disabilities by a state supported living center.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2072 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to services for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing and licensing requirements for interpreters for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing; providing an administrative penalty; requiring a fee and changing the rate of a fee.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2240 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to a study on homeless youth.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2323 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to the extension of an emergency order for protective services for certain persons who are elderly or have disabilities.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2393 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to training for certain health and human services personnel to identify and assist victims of human trafficking.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2490 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain providers of laboratory services for health and human services programs.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 2562 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, JoeSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to an annual report on the Public Assistance Reporting Information System.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
HB 2939 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the interoperability of and standards for information systems of the Health and Human Services Commission and health and human services agencies for sending and receiving protected health information.
House: Technology
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3080 83-0 (2013)
Author: Márquez, Marisa
Relating to a study on the feasibility of creating a program to provide discounts on Internet access to individuals who are eligible for lifeline telephone services.
House: Technology
Referred to Technology
HB 3184 83-0 (2013)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the compilation and publication of statistics regarding certain recipients of financial assistance benefits.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3186 83-0 (2013)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to an annual study and report regarding asset information of certain applicants for certain assistance programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3269 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to payment of and disclosures related to certain ambulatory surgical center charges.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3463 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to information provided to recipients of certain assistance programs.
House: Human Services
Postponed
HB 3486 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to financial coaches for economically disadvantaged persons.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Placed on General State Calendar
HR 3013 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 7.
Reported enrolled
SB 32 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to individuals with intellectual disabilities committed to state supported living centers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 128 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to criminal history record information concerning certain applicants and clients of the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 426 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to a home visiting program for at-risk families.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
SB 455 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for medical assistance to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the application and eligibility determination processes for medical assistance and other programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 512 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Frullo, John
Relating to the specialized telecommunications assistance program.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 557 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to a voluntary contribution to the fund for veterans' assistance when applying for a driver's license or personal identification certificate.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
SB 880 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for medical assistance to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 993 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: King, Susan
Relating to the creation of the Texas Nonprofit Council to assist with faith-based and community-based initiatives.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1060 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to family cost share provisions in the early childhood intervention program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1176 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the regulation of medical waste.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 1226 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the establishment of an employment-first policy and task force to promote competitive employment opportunities that provide a living wage for individuals with disabilities.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1236 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to the extension of an emergency order for protective services for certain persons who are elderly or have disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
SB 1401 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the eligibility of certain providers of laboratory services to participate in programs administered by health and human services agencies or the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1544 83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to payment of and disclosures related to certain ambulatory surgical center charges.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1595 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the nature of delivery of services to a person with mental illness.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1748 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to employee caseload standards for child and adult protective services and child-care licensing services and call processing standards for certain of those services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1836 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the funding of the Texas Home Visiting Program; authorizing voluntary contributions.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SR 1085 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 7.
Reported enrolled
HB 87 83-1 (2013)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Filed
HB 39 83-2 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for medical assistance to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
SB 29 83-2 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for medical assistance to certain persons under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Filed
HB 131 82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to requiring contractors in certain state construction contracts to provide health benefits to employees.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 293 82-0 (2011)
Author: Berman, Leo
Relating to the eligibility of an individual born in this state whose parents are illegal aliens to receive state benefits.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 712 82-0 (2011)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload and call processing standards for the provision of child and adult protective services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1264 82-0 (2011)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Relating to establishing a separate provider type for prosthetic and orthotic providers under the medical assistance program.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1342 82-0 (2011)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to employee caseload and call processing standards for the provision of child and adult protective services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1645 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to efficiencies and cost-savings in the health and human services and other related regulatory agencies, including the state medical assistance and child health plan programs.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
HB 1689 82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, Fred | et. al.
Relating to the monitoring and enhancement of health and human services information technology.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 1965 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services initiatives.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2041 82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to alternative methods of dispute resolution in certain disputes between the Department of Aging and Disability Services and an assisted living facility licensed by the department.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2260 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to verifying the eligibility of applicants for federal, state, and local public benefits; providing a criminal penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2336 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to payment of and disclosures related to certain ambulatory surgical center charges.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 2474 82-0 (2011)
Author: Marquez, Marisa
Relating to eligibility for and administration of the child health plan program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2536 82-0 (2011)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission and the residential placement of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2609 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to convictions barring employment at or by certain facilities serving the elderly or persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2610 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to facilitating access to certain public assistance benefits programs and health care providers and services through a community-based navigator program and through promotoras and community health workers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2637 82-0 (2011)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to premarital education courses.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2651 82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the eligibility of visitors to use certain public transportation services for people with disabilities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2695 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to requiring health and human services agencies to give preference to certain persons in making hiring decisions.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2786 82-0 (2011)
Author: Landtroop, Jim
Relating to prohibiting certain funds from supporting abortions or abortion-related services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2903 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2916 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the administration of certain housing and energy assistance programs.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 3128 82-0 (2011)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a review of the home- and community-based services workforce.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3197 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to creating a pilot program to implement the culture change model of care at certain state supported living centers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 3398 82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to review and revision of certain memoranda of understanding.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 3537 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to collecting information and requiring reimbursement from certain recipients of certain public benefits.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3547 82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to enforcement by a local government of fire safety standards at certain child-care facilities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 3552 82-0 (2011)
Author: Garza, John
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property used to provide low-income or moderate-income housing.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3629 82-0 (2011)
Author: Shelton, Mark
Relating to abolishing the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services and transferring its powers and duties to the Department of Aging and Disability Services and the Department of State Health Services.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3666 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to state fiscal matters related to health and human services and state agencies administering health and human services programs.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
HR 2730 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 23.
3 hr. notice-for consideration
SB 23 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the administration of and efficiency, cost-saving, fraud prevention, and funding measures for certain health and human services and health benefits programs, including the medical assistance and child health plan programs.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
1 hr. notice-to suspend rules
SB 63 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities for certain foster children to pursue home ownership, postsecondary education, and business development.
House: Human Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
SB 71 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Raymond, Richard Pena
Relating to certain reports submitted and analyses conducted regarding health and human services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 75 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the imposition of background and criminal history check requirements for operators and employees of, and certain other persons at, facilities and agencies licensed by the Department of Aging and Disability Services; providing criminal penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 78 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to adverse licensing, listing, or registration decisions by certain health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 220 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to guardianships, including the assessment of prospective wards for, and the provision of, guardianship services by the Department of Aging and Disability Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 221 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services, including protective services and investigations of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation for certain adults who are elderly or disabled; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 278 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 304 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to employment services programs for certain residents receiving services from public hospitals or hospital districts.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 415 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to individuals with intellectual disabilities committed to state supported living centers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 571 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to efficiencies and cost-savings in the health and human services agencies and other related regulatory agencies.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Medicaid by Chair
SB 614 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Jose | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission and the residential placement of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 717 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Truitt, Vicki | et. al.
Relating to the purpose and duties of the Council on Children and Families.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 874 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Craddick, Tom
Relating to establishing a separate provider type for prosthetic and orthotic providers under the medical assistance program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1446 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to modifications of eligibility criteria, processes, and systems used in certain state benefits programs designed to improve efficiency.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1452 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to unannounced on-site surveys of Home and Community-based Services provider homes.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1465 82-0 (2011)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the administration of certain housing and energy assistance programs.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1574 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the use of money in a tax increment fund to pay costs related to public improvements used for social services programs that promote the development or redevelopment of a reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 1580 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to state fiscal matters related to health and human services and state agencies administering health and human services programs.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Referred to Appropriations
SB 1614 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to payment of and disclosures related to certain ambulatory surgical center charges.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1635 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, WendySponsor: Farias, Joe
Relating to contributions to the fund for veterans' assistance.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 1745 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to enforcement by a local government of fire safety standards at certain child-care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 1796 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Miller, Sid
Relating to the creation of the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1854 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the women's health program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1867 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to premarital education courses.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1878 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 7 82-1 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the administration, quality, and efficiency of health care, health and human services, and health benefits programs in this state.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
HCR 25 82-1 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 7.
Signed by the Governor
SB 7 82-1 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the administration, quality, and efficiency of health care, health and human services, and health benefits programs in this state; creating an offense; providing penalties.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SCR 4 82-1 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 7.
Filed
HB 158 81-0 (2009)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 216 81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the regulation of certain boarding home facilities and assisted living facilities; providing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
HB 266 81-0 (2009)
Author: Berman, Leo | et. al.
Relating to regulating the provision of benefits and services to, and the verification of the employment status of, immigrants and to enforcing laws relating to immigrants; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 492 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services and social services initiatives.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 610 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the establishment of the Legislative Committee on Aging and other initiatives relating to the aging population of this state.
House: Human Services Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 614 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to administrative and judicial review of certain decisions about financial assistance benefits.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 785 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to employment services for persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
HB 885 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities for eligible persons to pursue home ownership, postsecondary education, and business development.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 1055 81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the procedure for submitting certain plans and specifications of buildings or facilities for the purpose of eliminating architectural barriers encountered by persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1123 81-0 (2009)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to an exemption for certain programs from the child-care licensing requirements.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1453 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to long-term care consumer information made available through the Internet.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1541 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the period of continuous eligibility for the Medicaid program.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1589 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the creation of a strategic plan to reform long-term services and supports for individuals with disabilities.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1895 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to authorization for the Department of Aging and Disability Services to conduct a desk review instead of an inspection when issuing a license after a change in ownership of certain facilities.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1938 81-0 (2009)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the exclusion of certain college savings plan assets and benefits from eligibility determination for certain public assistance programs.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2200 81-0 (2009)
Author: Marquez, Marisa
Relating to eligibility for and administration of the child health plan program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2329 81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to employment at or by certain facilities serving the elderly or person with disabilities.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2380 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to adverse licensing, listing, or registration decisions by certain health and human services agencies.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2558 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to registration for evacuation and disaster preparedness for clients of home and community support services agencies.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2625 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to financial assistance provided to certain persons.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2632 81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Diane
Relating to a demonstration project to reduce social isolation among the elderly.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2834 81-0 (2009)
Author: Marquez, Marisa
Relating to an eligibility determination system for the child health plan and Medicaid programs operated by state employees.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2921 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Susan
Relating to a requirement that state schools provide certain services to persons residing in the communities in which the schools are located.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2974 81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to personnel, employment, and other human resources functions of the Health and Human Services Commission and health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3260 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to delivery of certain services through consumer direction to elderly persons and persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3263 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a home- and community-based services workforce council.
House: Human Services
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 3284 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to continued monitoring and enhancement of health and human services information technology systems.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3367 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to informal caregiver support services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3439 81-0 (2009)
Author: England, Kirk
Relating to the development and use of an inmate skills development assessment instrument by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
HB 3716 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Susan
Relating to an annual report regarding the death of certain individuals with developmental disabilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3824 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to certain grants provided under the In-Home and Family Support Services Program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3859 81-0 (2009)
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to a staffing analysis of the Texas Integrated Eligibility Redesign System (TIERS) and benefits eligibility determination processes.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3877 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to requiring contractors in certain state construction contracts to provide health benefits to employees.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3958 81-0 (2009)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the administrative personnel, human resources, and payroll functions of state schools for persons with mental retardation.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4011 81-0 (2009)
Author: Weber, Randy | et. al.
Relating to the use of money in the system benefit fund to purchase advanced meters for low-income customers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4131 81-0 (2009)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the exemption of certain personal property from garnishment, attachment, execution, or other seizure.
House: Business & Industry
No action taken in subcommittee
HB 4154 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the creation by the Health and Human Services Commission of a volunteer advocate program for certain elderly individuals.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 4159 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to Department of Family and Protective Services caseworkers and other employees.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4160 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to health and human services programs designed to assist elderly individuals.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4271 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to regulation of facilities providing certain types of care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4308 81-0 (2009)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the placement of certain persons with mental retardation.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 4389 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to procedures and forms for combining health and human services benefits applications with voter registration applications.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4483 81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to verifying the eligibility of applicants for federal, state, and local public benefits; providing a criminal penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4665 81-0 (2009)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the office of inspector general for the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 27 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities to eligible low-income individuals and households.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 35 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to mortality review for certain individuals who are developmentally disabled.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 67 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the imposition of background and criminal history check requirements for operators and employees of certain facilities and agencies serving children, the elderly, or persons who are disabled; providing criminal penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
No action taken in committee
SB 87 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to adverse licensing, listing, or registration decisions by certain health and human services agencies.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 277 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the Department of Family and Protective Services, including protective services and investigations of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation for certain adults who are elderly or disabled; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 302 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the implementation of an in-home caregiver demonstration project under the Medicaid program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 345 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to screening health care personnel of home and community support services agencies for tuberculosis.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 639 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the rights of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities residing in state schools.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 643 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the protection and care of individuals with mental retardation and to certain legal protections for individuals with disabilities; providing criminal penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 810 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 1060 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a strategic plan to reform long-term services and supports for individuals with disabilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1124 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Davis, John
Relating to authorization for the Department of Aging and Disability Services to conduct a desk review instead of an inspection when issuing a license after a change in ownership of certain facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1172 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to on-site surveys of home and community support services agencies.
Senate: Health & Human Services
No action taken in committee
SB 1230 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Legislative Committee on Aging and other initiatives relating to the aging population of this state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1252 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to improving application and eligibility determination processes and efficiencies for certain benefits programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1473 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to employment services programs for certain residents receiving services from public hospitals or hospital districts.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1484 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to delivery of certain services through consumer direction to elderly persons and persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1513 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to long-term care consumer information made available through the Internet.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1762 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a temporary moratorium for disconnection of electric service for certain customers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1766 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to informal caregiver support services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1804 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to medical assistance reimbursement for wheeled mobility systems for recipients of medical assistance.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1824 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the Interagency Task Force for Children with Special Needs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1850 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the establishment of a home- and community-based services workforce council.
House: Human Services Senate: Economic Development
Record vote
SB 2420 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the location at which a certification examination for interpreters for the deaf or hard of hearing may be conducted.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 28 80-0 (2007)
Author: Berman, Leo | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of an individual born in this state whose parents are illegal aliens to receive state benefits.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 69 80-0 (2007)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 283 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brown, Betty
Relating to investigations and decisions regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of persons with disabilities by employees at certain facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 289 80-0 (2007)
Author: White Delisi, Dianne | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services and social services initiatives.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 446 80-0 (2007)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
House: Appropriations
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HB 533 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to a prescription drug retail price registry and disclosure of a list of prescription drug retail prices.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 665 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the sharing of client information among certain state agencies.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 939 80-0 (2007)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities to eligible low-income individuals and households.
House: Financial Institutions
Considered in Calendars
HB 947 80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to a bill of rights for the underprivileged.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1132 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to verifying the eligibility of applicants for state public benefits.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1168 80-0 (2007)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to licensing and regulation by a state agency.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1209 80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al.
Relating to county liability for indigent health care services provided to a county resident in another county.
House: Public Health
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 1229 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to a decision-making period for persons on waiting lists for certain Medicaid services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1230 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to services provided to youth with disabilities transitioning from school-oriented living to post-schooling activities, services for adults, and community living.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1433 80-0 (2007)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to audits, investigations, and reviews conducted in health and human services programs and reimbursements under certain of those programs.
House: Government Reform Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1604 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Relating to the identification information required of applicants for a driver's license or for certain public benefits, public services, or governmental employment.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1763 80-0 (2007)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the Harris County Board of Protective Services for Children and Adults.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2139 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to retaliation for reports of possible abuse, neglect, or exploitation of certain persons receiving home and community-based services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2177 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to state coordination of transportation services for certain clients of health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2215 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the integration of the application and eligibility determination processes for the child health plan and children's Medicaid programs.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2256 80-0 (2007)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the requirements for uniform fair hearing rules for Medicaid services, including services that require prior authorization.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2287 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to child protective services.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
HB 2332 80-0 (2007)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to an exemption for certain programs from the child-care licensing requirements.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2528 80-0 (2007)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to personnel, employment, and other human resources functions of the Health and Human Services Commission and health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2554 80-0 (2007)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the organization and employees of the Department of Aging and Disability Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2683 80-0 (2007)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to funding for programs that support the development of healthy marriages or the strengthening of families.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2691 80-0 (2007)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to grants provided to local guardianship programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2776 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the creation of the health and human services accountability legislative oversight committee.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
HB 2857 80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to certain functions of the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2877 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the office of inspector general.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 3108 80-0 (2007)
Author: Bolton, Valinda | et. al.
Relating to caseloads for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3340 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to protection and assistance for victims of trafficking.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 3571 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to a pilot program to facilitate food stamp program outreach efforts and eligibility determination processes.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 3574 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the redesigned integrated eligibility and benefits determination system for health and human services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3575 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to enhancing the health and human services integrated eligibility and benefits determination system to meet the needs of persons in this state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 3579 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the office of inspector general.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3730 80-0 (2007)
Author: Escobar, Juan
Relating to conflicts of interest in developing protocols for using psychotropic medications in health and human services programs.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3760 80-0 (2007)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to expansion of the use of consumer direction for delivery of certain services to persons with disabilities and elderly persons.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3766 80-0 (2007)
Author: O'Day, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a self-determination pilot program by the Department of Aging and Disability Services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3942 80-0 (2007)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to restrictions on the use of foreign contractors in the performance of certain government service contracts that relate to health and human services.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
SB 37 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the duties of the Texas Information and Referral Network.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 62 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities to eligible low-income individuals and households.
House: Financial Institutions Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 200 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services initiatives.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 427 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 690 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to licensing and regulation of certain facilities providing personal care to elderly or disabled persons; providing penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 744 80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to retaliation for reports of possible abuse, neglect, or exploitation of certain persons receiving home and community-based services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 813 80-0 (2007)
Author: Janek, KyleSponsor: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to child protective services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1142 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to an audit of health and human services information technology systems.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 1587 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to contractors with the Health and Human Services Commission or with a health and human services agency that provide services to persons with limited English proficiency.
House: Appropriations Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Appropriations
SB 1650 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to training required for employees of persons licensed to provide certain home and community support services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 1695 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to reporting requirements regarding the consumer-directed services and voucher payment programs and to continuation of the consumer-directed services program and work group.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1725 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the closure of local eligibility determination offices for health and human services programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1764 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program to facilitate food stamp program outreach efforts and eligibility determination processes.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1766 80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to expansion of the use of consumer direction for delivery of certain services to persons with disabilities and elderly persons.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 1862 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the integration of the application and eligibility determination processes for the child health plan and children's Medicaid programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2041 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to immunity from civil and criminal liability for area agencies on aging and employees and volunteers of those agencies when conducting certain elections.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 24 79-0 (2005)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 134 79-0 (2005)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to permissible uses of money in the comprehensive rehabilitation fund.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 171 79-0 (2005)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to caseload assignments for certain employees of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 327 79-0 (2005)
Author: Goolsby, Tony | et. al.
Relating to the identification information required of applicants for a driver's license or for certain public benefits, public services, or governmental employment.
House: Law Enforcement
Left pending in committee
HB 339 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the administration of psychoactive medication to foster children.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 385 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to administrative and judicial review of certain decisions about public assistance benefits.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 405 79-0 (2005)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to providing supplemental financial assistance to certain primary caretakers of a child receiving financial assistance.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 630 79-0 (2005)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of federal earned income tax credit information to persons receiving assistance or benefits under certain health and human services programs.
House: Government Reform
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 842 79-0 (2005)
Author: Solis, Jim
Relating to the prevention of shaken baby syndrome.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 920 79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to protective and guardianship services for elderly and disabled persons.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 1060 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to exempting certain persons in transitional living programs from the payment of tuition and fees at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 1218 79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to reporting requirements concerning investigations of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation of elderly or disabled persons; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1320 79-0 (2005)
Author: Truitt, Vicki | et. al.
Relating to continuation and functions of the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 1338 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to an analysis by the state auditor of the cost-effectiveness of the use of call centers for determining eligibility for health and human services programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1377 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jones, Jesse
Relating to the maintenance of area agencies on aging that provide services for the aging and persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1674 79-0 (2005)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the implementation of the Texas Integrated Eligibility and Redesign System.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1877 79-0 (2005)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to training for employees and operators of certain child-care facilities.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2335 79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., FrankSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to certain duties of state agencies with regard to members of the United States armed forces and their dependents and the communities in which they reside.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 2447 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a pilot program for the implementation of the redesigned health and human services program eligibility and benefits determination system.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2450 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities to eligible low-income working individuals.
House: Financial Institutions
Referred to Financial Institutions
HB 2579 79-0 (2005)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to procedures to ensure the involvement of parents or guardians of children placed in certain institutions.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2737 79-0 (2005)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to creation of a pilot program to establish individual development accounts for certain TANF recipients.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2764 79-0 (2005)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to statutory authority for certain governmental entities to take certain actions to permit the legislature to reduce appropriations to those agencies.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2774 79-0 (2005)
Author: Isett, Carl
Relating to the purposes for which the system benefit fund may be used.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2788 79-0 (2005)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to supplemental financial assistance for certain primary caretakers of a dependent child.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2850 79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to establishing a pilot program to provide nutritional supplements and products to certain elderly persons.
House: Government Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2959 79-0 (2005)
Author: Paxton, Ken | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the use of federal child care and development block grant funds by local workforce development boards.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 3081 79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a survey of the employees of health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3238 79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the closure of local eligibility determination offices for health and human services programs.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3555 79-0 (2005)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the Harris County Board of Protective Services for Children and Adults.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HCR 48 79-0 (2005)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Urging the United States Congress to enact legislation to eliminate the 24-month Medicare waiting period for participants in Social Security Disability Insurance.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HCR 54 79-0 (2005)
Author: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Memorializing the United States Congress not to privatize the social security program.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HCR 193 79-0 (2005)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Staples, Todd
Supporting Texas' application for a Mental Health Transformation State Incentive Grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
House: Human Services
Signed by the Governor
SB 130 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 187 79-0 (2005)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to permissible uses of money in the comprehensive rehabilitation fund.
House: Human Services Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 199 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario | et. al.
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 316 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Solis, Jim
Relating to information provided to parents of newborn children.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 358 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the collection and reporting of employment information regarding beneficiaries of certain health care services.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 415 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to continuation and functions of the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Public Health Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 639 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the provision of federal earned income tax credit materials and federal income tax preparation assistance information to certain health and human services and Texas Workforce Commission clients.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 823 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to restrictions on the use of foreign workers in the performance of certain government service contracts that relate to health and human services.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
SB 882 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to autism and pervasive developmental disorders and the Texas Council on Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1340 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the regulation and reimbursement of health care services provided through telehealth or telemedicine under the state Medicaid program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1482 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the acquisition of goods and services for certain state agencies providing health and human services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 1515 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the implementation of the Texas Integrated Eligibility and Redesign System.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1538 79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities to eligible low-income, working individuals or households.
House: Financial Institutions Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1541 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to an analysis by the state auditor of the cost-effectiveness of the use of call centers for determining eligibility for health and human services programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1758 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to a pilot program for the implementation of the redesigned health and human services program eligibility and benefits determination system.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1869 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the Harris County Board of Protective Services for Children and Adults.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SCR 27 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Branch, Dan
Memorializing Congress to eliminate current caps on funded Medicare resident training slots and related limits on costs per resident used to determine Medicare graduate medical education reimbursement payments.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Signed by the Governor
SCR 37 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, Todd
Supporting Texas' application for a Mental Health Transformation State Incentive Grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Received from the Senate
HB 65 79-1 (2005)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services initiatives.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HCR 26 79-1 (2005)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Memorializing the United States Congress not to privatize the social security program.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 45 79-1 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to state and certain local fiscal matters; providing civil and criminal penalties.
Senate: Finance
No action taken in committee
SB 68 79-1 (2005)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services initiatives.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 18 79-2 (2005)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services initiatives.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HCR 11 79-2 (2005)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Memorializing the United States Congress not to privatize the social security program.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 104 79-3 (2006)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to a bill of rights for the poor.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 111 79-3 (2006)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to certain supplemental state appropriations for deferred payments.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 112 79-3 (2006)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to certain supplemental state appropriations for previously deferred payments.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
SB 16 79-3 (2006)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to supplemental state appropriations.
Senate: Finance
Meeting cancelled
SB 47 79-3 (2006)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the provision of children's substitute care and case management services by county governmental agencies.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 132 78-0 (2003)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to a study regarding the housing needs of persons with disabilities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1187 78-0 (2003)
Author: Luna, Vilma
Relating to investigations and decisions regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation by employees at certain facilities.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
HB 1584 78-0 (2003)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the Parents as Scholars pilot program under the Medicaid system.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1814 78-0 (2003)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
HB 2059 78-0 (2003)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to providing supplemental financial assistance to certain primary caretakers of a child receiving financial assistance.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2143 78-0 (2003)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to surplus and salvage computer equipment.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2213 78-0 (2003)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities to eligible low-income, working individuals.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2222 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to the administration and functions of the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2292 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies; providing penalties.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
HB 2604 78-0 (2003)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to health benefits coverage for certain low-income parents of children receiving Medicaid or enrolled in the state child health plan.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2850 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
HB 2969 78-0 (2003)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to exempting certain persons in transitional living programs from the payment of tuition and fees at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 3006 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to state health and human services.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 3062 78-0 (2003)
Author: Mabry, John | et. al.
Relating to the confidentiality of information associated with family violence centers.
House: Human Services
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3124 78-0 (2003)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 3125 78-0 (2003)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain programs provided by the Texas Commission for the Blind.
House: Human Services Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 3127 78-0 (2003)
Author: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to the designation and powers of local health and human services authorities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3172 78-0 (2003)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to funding of the Communities In Schools program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3259 78-0 (2003)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to contracting by health and human services agencies with private entities for eligibility determination and service delivery.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3531 78-0 (2003)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to reimbursement for telemedicine medical services under the Medicaid program and other government-funded programs.
House: State Health Care Expenditures, Select
Posting rule suspended
HCR 58 78-0 (2003)
Author: Delisi, DianneSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Urging congress to enact legislation to pass federal funds on to states via block grants for public welfare and Medicaid purposes.
House: State Health Care Expenditures, Select
Signed by the Governor
SB 58 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Relating to the creation of a relative caregiver placement pilot program for certain children for whom the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services is appointed managing conservator.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 67 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the role of the Texas Workforce Commission in addressing housing needs of certain recipients of financial assistance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 153 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to the name, composition, and continuation of the work group created for implementation of the voucher payment program for certain persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 285 78-0 (2003)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the administration and functions of the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 691 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to reimbursement for telemedicine medical services under the Medicaid program and other government-funded programs.
House: State Health Care Expenditures, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 912 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ratliff, BillSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to surplus and salvage computer equipment.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1050 78-0 (2003)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Mabry, John
Relating to the confidentiality of information associated with family violence centers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1051 78-0 (2003)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Services to solicit and accept gifts, grants, and donations.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1198 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to investigations and decisions regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation by employees at certain facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1217 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1218 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to voluntary donations collected through the Blindness, Education, Screening and Treatment program.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1330 78-0 (2003)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to state policy relating to financing of certain health and human services programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1421 78-0 (2003)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies; providing civil and criminal penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1584 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property used to provide low-income or moderate-income housing.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1672 78-0 (2003)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to reimbursements for and quality of care in nursing facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 70 78-1 (2003)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to attorney general review of certain contracts for health care purposes.
House: State Health Care Expenditures, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 91 78-1 (2003)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the filing of a lien against the home of certain Medicaid recipients.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 122 78-1 (2003)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to making appropriations for certain health and human services purposes and certain purposes related to education.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
SB 58 78-1 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to making appropriations for certain health and human services purposes and certain purposes related to education.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 33 78-3 (2003)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the imposition of a lien on property to recover certain medical assistance.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 46 78-3 (2003)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to the imposition of a lien on property to recover certain medical assistance.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 391 77-0 (2001)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to human donor milk banks.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 476 77-0 (2001)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to incentive programs and employment services to benefit certain recipients of financial assistance.
House: Economic Development Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 477 77-0 (2001)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of an interagency plan for coordinating case management services for certain recipients of financial assistance.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 791 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to a public service requirement for undergraduate students at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Considered in Calendars
HB 828 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to application and eligibility for Medicaid.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 857 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the authority of the commissioners court of a county to establish a commission for the homeless and to require the collection of a fee to finance the commission.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1155 77-0 (2001)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to identifying and addressing the needs of certain recipients of financial assistance and dependent children of recipients of financial assistance.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1179 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to protective services for the elderly and disabled persons.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 1187 77-0 (2001)
Author: Olivo, Dora | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the Parents as Scholars pilot program for certain recipients of temporary assistance for needy families.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1369 77-0 (2001)
Author: Delisi, Dianne | et. al.
Relating to requiring reports from the Health and Human Services Commission about the state Medicaid program.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1420 77-0 (2001)
Author: Jones, JesseSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the definition of the practice of law.
House: Judicial Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1604 77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to simplifying the certification process for medical assistance provided to children.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2281 77-0 (2001)
Author: Goodman, Toby | et. al.
Relating to removing the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission from the list of agencies considered to be health and human services agencies generally subject to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2284 77-0 (2001)
Author: Kitchen, Ann
Relating to consideration of assets and resources for purposes of determining eligibility of certain low-income Medicare beneficiaries for Medicaid.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 2503 77-0 (2001)
Author: Homer, MarkSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a career development center's assessment of the job skills of certain persons.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2594 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to electronic access to health and human services information.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2631 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Relating to the operation of the financial assistance program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2686 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to tax incentives for certain businesses located in enterprise zones, defense readjustment zones, or strategic investment areas.
House: Economic Development Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
HB 3210 77-0 (2001)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to the creation of a state self-sufficiency program for certain immigrants who are victims of battery or extreme cruelty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3335 77-0 (2001)
Author: Telford, BarrySponsor: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to duties and immunities of certain persons with cause to believe that an elderly or disabled person is in a state of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 3487 77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a memorandum of understanding for services for persons needing multiagency services.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3611 77-0 (2001)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the creation of the Health and Human Services Policy Council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HCR 84 77-0 (2001)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Memorializing congress to expand the number of community health centers and other community-based safety-net programs serving the poor and medically underserved communities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Signed by the Governor
SB 36 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Relating to training for certain caseworkers employed by health and human services agencies or local mental health or mental retardation authorities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 42 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to identifying and addressing the needs of certain recipients of financial assistance.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Considered in Calendars
SB 43 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Gray, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to eligibility for and enrollment in certain medical assistance programs, including simplifying the certification process for medical assistance provided to children.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 1/1/02
SB 44 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a work group on office standards to assist the Texas Department of Human Services in improving the delivery of certain services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 50 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain information submitted by the Health and Human Services Commission to the legislative committees that have jurisdiction over health and human services issues.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 54 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Noriega, Rick | et. al.
Relating to reports by health and human services agencies on the efforts to deliver health and human services to young Texans.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/27/01
SB 160 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to incentive programs and employment services to benefit certain recipients of financial assistance.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 161 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to authorizing transitional support services to former recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 167 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of an interagency plan for coordinating case management services for certain recipients of financial assistance.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 375 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to application and eligibility for Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 384 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to establishing a clearinghouse of information on available funding and technical or other assistance to providers of health and human services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 832 77-0 (2001)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Delisi, Dianne | et. al.
Relating to requiring reports from the Health and Human Services Commission about the state Medicaid program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 834 77-0 (2001)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Chavez, Norma
Relating to electronic access to health and human services information.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 875 77-0 (2001)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Relating to participation of fathers in programs and services administered by the Health and Human Services Commission and health and human services agencies and functions performed by the office of the attorney general.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 876 77-0 (2001)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to the administration of restraint, seclusion, and emergency psychoactive medication to residents of certain health care facilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1468 77-0 (2001)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a memorandum of understanding for services for persons needing multiagency services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 1521 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a career development center's assessment of the job skills of certain persons.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1589 77-0 (2001)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Goodman, Toby | et. al.
Relating to removing the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission from the list of agencies considered to be health and human services agencies generally subject to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/01
SCR 27 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Memorializing Congress to expand the number of community-based safety-net programs serving the poor and medically underserved communities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SCR 73 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections to S.B. No. 43.
Signed by the Governor
HB 408 76-0 (1999)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of licensing and regulation of home health and community support services agencies.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 409 76-0 (1999)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to studies and strategic plans concerning the delivery of long-term care, community services, and certain health services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 410 76-0 (1999)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to home health services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 411 76-0 (1999)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of assisted living facilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 642 76-0 (1999)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the review of proposed rules of health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 680 76-0 (1999)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the commissioning of peace officers by the commissioner of human services for purposes of fraud investigation and control.
House: Public Safety
Considered in Calendars
HB 811 76-0 (1999)
Author: Jones, JesseSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the services included in home health care services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 837 76-0 (1999)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to information included in the Texas Information and Referral Network.
House: Human Services
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 985 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to compliance by state agencies with strategic guidelines in developing electronic benefits transfer systems.
House: Public Health Senate: Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
HB 990 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to administrative procedures and criminal convictions for welfare fraud.
House: Public Health
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1151 76-0 (1999)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1400 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission for the Blind.
House: Human Services Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1401 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
House: Human Services Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1402 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al.Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1407 76-0 (1999)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the self-sufficiency fund to develop job training for certain recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.
House: Economic Development
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1496 76-0 (1999)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to the use of private nonprofit entities to provide transportation to entities that provide social services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1514 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to implementation of certain procedures to ensure accuracy of medical assistance eligibility lists.
House: Public Health Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1567 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to state agency progress in meeting historically underutilized business contracting goals.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1585 76-0 (1999)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to coordination of services for adults with multiple disabilities.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
HB 1610 76-0 (1999)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the continuation, functions, and change of the name of the Texas Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1611 76-0 (1999)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1617 76-0 (1999)
Author: Uher, D.R. | et. al.
Relating to the transfer and operation of the Communities In Schools program.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
HB 1872 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the establishment of residential living facilities for certain youth.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1873 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to foster care for a child who resides with a relative.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
HB 1888 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to clarifying the judicial immunity applicable to a person who is appointed by a court to serve as trustee of a convalescent or nursing home, an intermediate care facility for the mentally retarded, or a personal care facility.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 1901 76-0 (1999)
Author: Mowery, Anna
Relating to the adoption of standards and specifications for eliminating architectural barriers encountered by persons with disabilities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 1967 76-0 (1999)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to an exclusion from unemployment compensation chargebacks for employers who hire certain recipients of public assistance.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 2017 76-0 (1999)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the designation of certain state employees as liaisons to faith-based organizations for the purpose of promoting community services for the needy and to the promotion of cooperation and coordination among certain organizations by local workforce development boards.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
HB 2073 76-0 (1999)
Author: Bosse, Fred | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2244 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to coordination of transportation services provided to clients of health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2304 76-0 (1999)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain providers of family counseling services under the medical assistance program.
House: Public Health Senate: Human Services
Effective on 1/1/00
HB 2336 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to temporary service retirement options for certain members of the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions & Investments
Referred to Pensions and Investments
HB 2411 76-0 (1999)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the creation of the Health and Human Services Policy Council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2472 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to authorizing certain state agencies to enter into lease and sublease agreements with private service providers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2518 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to temporary service retirement options and health coverage for certain employees whose jobs are eliminated through privatization.
House: Pensions & Investments
Referred to Pensions and Investments
HB 2563 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, GlennSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to creation of a pilot program to establish individual development accounts for certain low-income individuals.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2564 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to the consideration of child support for purposes of determining eligibility for benefits under the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2601 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to caseload assignments for certain employees of the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2641 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al.Sponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Public Health Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2683 76-0 (1999)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the development and implementation of Texas Integrated Enrollment Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2877 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the lease of certain facilities and the retirement options and health coverage of certain employees in connection with implementation of integrated enrollment services for health and human services programs.
House: Human Services Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2940 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to exemptions from work or employment activity participation requirements for certain recipients under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2942 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to the lease of certain county property for health and human service activities in the public interest.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3102 76-0 (1999)
Author: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to fraudulent conduct with respect to TANF benefits.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3194 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moreno, Joe
Relating to the law relating to architectural barriers.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 3250 76-0 (1999)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the establishment of an infant care and parenting program in the Texas Youth Commission.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3321 76-0 (1999)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to the creation of a state registry of certain adult day-care workers.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
HB 3322 76-0 (1999)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to explaining services provided by adult day care and adult day health care facilities to applicants for those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3470 76-0 (1999)
Author: Olivo, Dora | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of a Parents as Scholars pilot program for certain persons eligible to receive TANF benefits.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 3627 76-0 (1999)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to monitoring the financial condition of certain nursing facilities licensed by the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3628 76-0 (1999)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to consequences of appointment of trustee or expenditure of emergency assistance funds for a nursing or convalescent home.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3729 76-0 (1999)
Author: Keel, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the reporting of costs related to eligibility determination functions of the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3740 76-0 (1999)
Author: Greenberg, SherriSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the location of administrative hearings conducted by the State Office of Administrative Hearings on behalf of the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
HCR 96 76-0 (1999)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Directing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to maximize federal funding for outreach activities related to children's health insurance.
House: Public Health Senate: Human Services
Signed by the Governor
HJR 74 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, PatriciaSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide that the commissioner of health and human services serves at the pleasure of the governor.
House: State Affairs Senate: Human Services
Filed with the Secretary of State
HR 1265 76-0 (1999)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3470.
Reported enrolled
SB 93 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of assisted living facilities and requirements concerning certain other facilities serving persons who are elderly or disabled.
House: Public Health Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 94 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to home health services; providing administrative penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 95 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to studies and strategic plans concerning the delivery of long-term care, community services, and certain health services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
SB 96 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of licensing, certification, and regulation of home health and community support services agencies.
House: Public Health Senate: Health Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
SB 141 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to the leasing of real property owned or controlled by certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 200 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to imposition of administrative penalties against personal care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 303 76-0 (1999)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the Texas Information and Referral Network.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 304 76-0 (1999)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to coordinating colonia initiatives.
Senate: Border Affairs - Special
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 330 76-0 (1999)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo | et. al.
Relating to the transfer and operation of the Communities In Schools program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 343 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the creation of the self-sufficiency fund to develop job training for certain recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.
House: Economic Development Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 346 76-0 (1999)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to health and human services regions.
Senate: Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 353 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 357 76-0 (1999)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
Senate: Health Services
Referred to Health Services
SB 359 76-0 (1999)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
Senate: Health Services
Referred to Health Services
SB 361 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission for the Blind.
Senate: Health Services
Referred to Health Services
SB 362 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 363 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 369 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Bosse, Fred | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Committee report filed with Chief Clerk
SB 372 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Health and Human Services Commission.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 397 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to information included in the Texas Information and Referral Network.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 642 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to coordination of services for adults with multiple disabilities.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 673 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the establishment and funding of a program to educate residents about anatomical gifts.
House: Public Health Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 942 76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the coordination of public transportation services.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to s/c on Infrastructure by Chair
SB 959 76-0 (1999)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Moreno, Joe
Relating to the law relating to architectural barriers.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 967 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.
Relating to creating a registry for acts of misconduct for and criminal background checks on certain employees of certain health care facilities that are licensed or certified by or that contract with the state.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 994 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to administration and funding of children's advocacy centers.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
SB 1142 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to consequences of appointment of trustee or expenditure of emergency assistance funds for a nursing or convalescent home.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 1158 76-0 (1999)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to fraudulent conduct with respect to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits.
Senate: Human Services
Motion withdrawn
SB 1159 76-0 (1999)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to compliance with certain requirements of the responsibility agreement by recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families benefits.
Senate: Human Services
No action taken in committee
SB 1197 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the appointment of a trustee and the expenditure of emergency assistance funds for a nursing or convalescent home; providing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 1258 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to restrictions applicable to certain providers of home and community care under Medicaid waiver programs.
Senate: Health Services
No action taken in committee
SB 1292 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to monitoring the financial condition of certain nursing facilities licensed by the Texas Department of Human Services; providing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Services
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 1365 76-0 (1999)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to abolishing the Texas Department of Human Services and transferring its functions to other state agencies.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 1592 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to implementation of certain procedures to ensure accuracy of medical assistance eligibility lists.
Senate: Human Services
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 1607 76-0 (1999)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Allen, Ray
Relating to the establishment of infant care and parenting programs in the Texas Youth Commission.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
SB 1637 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to state agency progress in meeting historically underutilized business contracting goals.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 5 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide a four-year term for the head of the state agency that has responsibility for coordinating health and human services and to provide that the term run concurrently with the term of the governor.
Senate: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SR 1172 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3470.
Reported enrolled
HB 159 75-0 (1997)
Author: Driver, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to assignments by certain recipients of state assistance of lottery prizes to the state and collection of those assignments.
House: Human Services Senate: State Affairs
Tagged in committee
HB 280 75-0 (1997)
Author: Nixon, Joe
Relating to the location of community homes.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 420 75-0 (1997)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to mortgage loans for very low income first-time home buyers funded through general obligation bonds.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 421 75-0 (1997)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to financial assistance for very low income first-time home buyers funded through the imposition of a fee on certain real estate transactions.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 540 75-0 (1997)
Author: Serna, GilbertSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to educational programs offered to colonia residents by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 663 75-0 (1997)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.Sponsor: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to the assessment of needs of individuals served by long-term care services programs offered by health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 690 75-0 (1997)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to electronic assistance provided by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 802 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the coordination of tenant services programs.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 842 75-0 (1997)
Author: Telford, Barry
Relating to certain criminal background checks regarding applicants for and holders of social work licenses.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1024 75-0 (1997)
Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Relating to the allocation and use of community development block grants in certain economically distressed areas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1056 75-0 (1997)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to maximizing federal reimbursement for certain foster care program costs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1368 75-0 (1997)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to eligibility for publicly subsidized health care services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1514 75-0 (1997)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to county support of paupers.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1576 75-0 (1997)
Author: Uher, D.R.Sponsor: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to criminal background checks of certain employees of residential dwelling projects.
House: Public Safety Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 1666 75-0 (1997)
Author: Ehrhardt, Harryette | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs and the availability of affordable housing; providing for the issuance of revenue bonds.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1717 75-0 (1997)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to information on health and human services information provided through the Internet.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1829 75-0 (1997)
Author: Goodman, Toby | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1910 75-0 (1997)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to purchasing practices by health and human services agencies, by certain other agencies with programs related to health or human services, and by certain public and private local providers of health or human services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1920 75-0 (1997)
Author: Junell, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the abolition of the Texas Board of Nursing Facility Administrators and the transfer of the regulation of nursing facility administrators to the Texas Department of Human Services; providing penalties.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1942 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to creating the home and community personal attendant services program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1944 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the reimbursement of service providers by area agencies on aging.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1945 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of caseload standards for certain employees of the Texas Department of Human Services or the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2126 75-0 (1997)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to requiring the Department of Human Services to conduct evaluations to improve its programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 2217 75-0 (1997)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to preventing fraud by using data matching projects and creating the state directory of new hires.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2224 75-0 (1997)
Author: Delisi, Dianne | et. al.
Relating to the consolidation of investigations of fraud in the provision of health and human services and other improvements in identifying and preventing fraud.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2225 75-0 (1997)
Author: Delisi, Dianne | et. al.
Relating to purchasing practices by health and human services agencies, by certain other agencies with programs related to health or human services, and by certain public and private local providers of health or human services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2252 75-0 (1997)
Author: Oliveira, ReneSponsor: Truan, Carlos
Relating to certain projects and programs for residents of a colonia.
House: Economic Development Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 2313 75-0 (1997)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the provision of transportation services to entities that receive transportation funds from the federal government in connection with the provision of social services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2385 75-0 (1997)
Author: Delisi, DianneSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study of the state's health and human services needs.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
HB 2409 75-0 (1997)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to creating a licensing program for adult foster care homes.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2450 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hirschi, John
Relating to authorizing the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Department of Human Services to create a pilot program to administer to special needs offenders paroled from the institutional division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
HB 2451 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hirschi, JohnSponsor: Nixon, Drew
Relating to the authority of the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services to obtain certain criminal history record information from the Department of Public Safety.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2509 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a pilot program for the treatment of Alzheimer's patients.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
HB 2524 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the creation and operation of a pilot program to provide employment and training for certain persons on public assistance.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 2576 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hill, Fred
Relating to the composition of the Texas Interagency Council for the Homeless.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2577 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hill, Fred | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs and to low income and affordable housing.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 2578 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hill, Fred
Relating to the sale of property to which a federal low income housing tax credit applies.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2596 75-0 (1997)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the Texas Information and Referral Network providing information on health and human services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
HB 2618 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to disciplinary proceedings and investigation of a complaint against a social worker.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 2620 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the establishment and funding of a blindness education, screening, and treatment program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2636 75-0 (1997)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to a study of the delivery of benefit payments by the state.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2777 75-0 (1997)
Author: Junell, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to eligibility determination and service delivery of health and human services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2782 75-0 (1997)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to the use of suitable state property for community gardens and farmers markets for the benefit of low-income and needy families.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 3018 75-0 (1997)
Author: Allen, RaySponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the commissioning of peace officers by the commissioner of human services for purposes of fraud investigation and control.
House: Public Safety Senate: Health & Human Services
Record vote
HB 3075 75-0 (1997)
Author: Berlanga, HugoSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the possession of dangerous drugs by a home and community support services agency.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 3093 75-0 (1997)
Author: Jones, Jesse
Relating to the creation of pilot programs to determine if certain social services are provided in appropriate geographical areas.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3100 75-0 (1997)
Author: Jones, Jesse | et. al.Sponsor: Truan, Carlos
Relating to rights of the elderly.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 3116 75-0 (1997)
Author: Greenberg, Sherri | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to work supplementation programs for certain welfare recipients.
House: Economic Development Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3120 75-0 (1997)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to rights of the elderly.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3133 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to legislative oversight of an integrated delivery system for health and human services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3384 75-0 (1997)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to a preference given to bidders who hire recipients of financial assistance and services.
House: State Affairs
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HB 3426 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to requiring the Texas Workforce Commission, local workforce development boards and centers, and certain employers to provide tax assistance to certain working individuals and families.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3427 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to eligibility determination and service delivery of health and human services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3431 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to assistance for certain legal immigrants.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3528 75-0 (1997)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the education and work activities of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families recipients who are teen parents under the age of 21 or who have only school-aged children.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HCR 102 75-0 (1997)
Author: Palmer, Sue
Memorializing the United States Congress and president to overrule the U.S. Department of Labor policy barring the local use of nonstate employees in administering federal funds under House Bill 1863.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HJR 41 75-0 (1997)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of general obligation bonds to finance mortgage loans for first-time home buyers of low or very low income.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HJR 42 75-0 (1997)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the state to provide grants to assist persons of low or very low income in purchasing homes.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 84 75-0 (1997)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Junell, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the licensure and regulation of nursing facility administrators; providing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 115 75-0 (1997)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Maxey, Glen
Relating to certain investigations conducted by the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
SB 290 75-0 (1997)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Maxey, Glen
Relating to electronic assistance provided by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 316 75-0 (1997)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Nixon, Joe
Relating to the location of community homes.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Point of order sustained
SB 380 75-0 (1997)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to certain projects and programs for residents of a colonia.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 412 75-0 (1997)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Maxey, Glen
Relating to maximizing federal reimbursement for certain foster care program costs.
House: Human Services Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 487 75-0 (1997)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to payment under contracts with the Texas Rehabilitation Commission for vocational rehabilitation services.
House: Human Services Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 1/1/98
SB 543 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the establishment of caseload standards for certain employees of the Texas Department of Human Services or the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 725 75-0 (1997)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to the qualification of a personal care facility as a community home.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 741 75-0 (1997)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the consolidation of investigations of fraud in the provision of health and human services and other improvements in identifying and preventing fraud.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 801 75-0 (1997)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the consolidation of investigations of fraud in the provision of health and human services and other improvements in identifying and preventing fraud.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 842 75-0 (1997)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to eligibility standards for public housing and determination of alternatives for increasing affordable housing in the border region.
Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Ref. to Int. Relations, Trade & Technology
SB 844 75-0 (1997)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to the provision of water and sewer service in certain economically distressed areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Finance
House passage as amended reported
SB 951 75-0 (1997)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Hodge, Terri
Relating to the coordination of tenant services programs.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1064 75-0 (1997)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to regulating personal care facilities; providing for a civil penalty.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1066 75-0 (1997)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to procurement practices by health and human services agencies, by certain other agencies with programs related to health or human services, and by certain public and private local providers of health or human services.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 1067 75-0 (1997)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to assistance for certain legal immigrants.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 1234 75-0 (1997)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to licensure of certain publicly funded providers of home and community support services; providing administrative penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1262 75-0 (1997)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the provision of employment and training for certain persons on public assistance.
House: Economic Development Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 1263 75-0 (1997)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to requiring the Texas Workforce Commission, local workforce development boards and centers, and certain employers to provide tax assistance to certain individuals and families.
House: Economic Development Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
SB 1320 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs and the availability of affordable housing; providing for the issuance of revenue bonds.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 1364 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the Texas Interagency Council for the Homeless.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1403 75-0 (1997)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the establishment and funding of a blindness education, screening, and treatment program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 1420 75-0 (1997)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to an appropriation to the Texas Department of Human Services.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1514 75-0 (1997)
Author: Truan, CarlosSponsor: Flores, Kino
Relating to coordinating colonia initiatives.
House: Economic Development Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1532 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to eligibility determination and service delivery of health and human services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1536 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to legislative oversight of an integrated delivery system for health and human services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1598 75-0 (1997)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the use of suitable state property for community gardens and farmers markets for the benefit of low-income and needy families.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 1688 75-0 (1997)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a preference given to bidders who hire recipients of financial assistance and services.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1870 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to eligibility determination and service delivery of health and human services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SCR 14 75-0 (1997)
Author: Moncrief, MikeSponsor: Maxey, Glen
Directing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to develop a plan to coordinate long-term care service delivery and administration.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Signed by the Governor
HB 477 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to promoting awareness of the federal earned income tax credit program for working families.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 554 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to creation, powers, and duties of the Public Assistance Fraud Oversight Task Force.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 577 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to electronic benefit transfer card security.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 578 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of a state interagency task force on electronic benefits transfers.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 789 74-0 (1995)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to promoting awareness of the federal earned income tax credit program for working families.
House: Ways & Means
Coauthor Authorized
HB 864 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to the provision of and reimbursement for certain case management services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 868 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to the reduction of fraud in certain public assistance programs.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 869 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to coordinated delivery of health and human services programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
HB 894 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of caseload standards for certain employees of the Texas Department of Human Services or the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 912 74-0 (1995)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to participation of certain AFDC recipients in the job opportunities and basic skills (JOBS) training program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 928 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to AFDC recipients who are eligible for assistance under certain federal programs.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1053 74-0 (1995)
Author: Raymond, Richard | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to funding for victims of family violence.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 1111 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Rosson, Peggy | et. al.
Relating to the provision of protective services to persons who are elderly or disabled.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 1202 74-0 (1995)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to clarifying the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission to delegate to a health and human services agency the authority to operate all or part of the Medicaid program and to the powers and duties of that agency.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1301 74-0 (1995)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to the membership of the State Advisory Committee on Child-Care Administrators and Facilities.
House: Human Services
Coauthor Authorized
HB 1403 74-0 (1995)
Author: Cuellar, Henry
Relating to the provision of services and other assistance to needy people, including health and human services and assistance in becoming self-dependent.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1428 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to streamlining the determination of Medicaid eligibility.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1429 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to caseload estimates by health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1431 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the automation of eligibility determination for the state's welfare programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1450 74-0 (1995)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to adult literacy and adult education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
HB 1863 74-0 (1995)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to eligibility for and the provision of services and programs for needy people, including children; to assistance in becoming or remaining self-dependent; and to the responsibility of parents and others to assist needy people, including children, in becoming or remaining self-dependent; providing penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 1904 74-0 (1995)
Author: Combs, Susan
Relating to access to criminal history information records by the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2208 74-0 (1995)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the provision of transportation services to recipients of assistance or services under certain programs of health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
HB 2238 74-0 (1995)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the provision of protective services to persons who are elderly or disabled.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2333 74-0 (1995)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to health and human services strategic planning at the regional level.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2660 74-0 (1995)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Turner, Jim
Relating to area agencies on aging and the coordination of their planning and services within health and human services regions.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on Reg. Order of Business Calendar
HB 2691 74-0 (1995)
Author: Yarbrough, Ken
Relating to the licensing of certain personal care homes.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2705 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to creation of the Office of Public Guardian.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2706 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission concerning an integrated eligibility determination and service delivery system for health and human services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2804 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to waivers and exemptions from certain regulations in the field of health and human services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2891 74-0 (1995)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to reports to the legislature by state health and human services agencies and to the long-term care state plan for the elderly.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 2905 74-0 (1995)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the delivery of services by certain health and human services agencies.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2918 74-0 (1995)
Author: Brady, Kevin
Relating to authorizing counties to adopt ordinances by election to protect the public health, safety, or welfare; providing a penalty.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3115 74-0 (1995)
Author: Driver, Joe
Relating to assignments by certain recipients of state assistance of lottery prizes to the state and collection of those assignments.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 22 74-0 (1995)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the provision of services and other assistance to needy people, including health and human services and assistance in becoming self-dependent.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 103 74-0 (1995)
Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to providing guardianship services and a pooled income trust for incapacitated persons.
House: State Affairs Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 196 74-0 (1995)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the establishment of caseload standards for certain employees of the Texas Department of Human Services or the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 255 74-0 (1995)
Author: Rosson, PeggySponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the distribution of earned income tax credits information by the comptroller of public accounts and other state agencies.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/95
SB 509 74-0 (1995)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to clarifying the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission to delegate to a health and human services agency the authority to operate all or part of the Medicaid program and to the powers and duties of that agency.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 947 74-0 (1995)
Author: Sims, Bill | et. al.
Relating to the membership of the State Advisory Committee on Child-Care Administrators and Facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
No action taken in committee
SB 1162 74-0 (1995)
Author: Rosson, PeggySponsor: McDonald, Nancy | et. al.
Relating to unannounced inspections made by certain health and human services agencies.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
SB 1372 74-0 (1995)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to authorizing counties to enact ordinances in certain circumstances to protect the public health, safety, or welfare; providing a penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Record vote
SB 1580 74-0 (1995)
Author: Turner, Jim
Relating to area agencies on aging and the coordination of their planning and services within health and human services regions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1675 74-0 (1995)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Berlanga, Hugo | et. al.
Relating to powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/95
SCR 48 74-0 (1995)
Author: Truan, CarlosSponsor: Berlanga, Hugo
Recognizing community action agencies as an integral part of the human services delivery network for the State of Texas.
House: Rules and Resolutions
Signed by the Governor
HB 54 73-0 (1993)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of a parental responsibility pilot program to assist certain teenage parents receiving AFDC.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/93
HB 708 73-0 (1993)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the composition, powers, duties, and change of the name of the Interagency Council for Services for the Homeless.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 810 73-0 (1993)
Author: Stiles, Mark | et. al.Sponsor: Montford, John
Relating to removing the Texas Youth Commission from the list of health and human services agencies.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/93
HB 847 73-0 (1993)
Author: Schechter, Sue | et. al.Sponsor: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to access to criminal history information records by the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
HB 1345 73-0 (1993)
Author: McCall, BrianSponsor: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.
Relating to licensing of adult day-care facilities; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1510 73-0 (1993)
Author: Vowell, JackSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission, the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, the Texas Department of Health, the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation, and other health and human services agencies, to the statewide health coordinating council, and to the Interagency Council on Early Childhood Intervention Services; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/93
HB 1586 73-0 (1993)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to paydays for employees of the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1697 73-0 (1993)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the establishment of residential living facilities for certain youth.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1768 73-0 (1993)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to an opportunity for persons convicted of certain offenses to remove the bar to employment in facilities serving the elderly or disabled.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1981 73-0 (1993)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the establishment of caseload standards for certain employees of the Texas Department of Human Services or the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1984 73-0 (1993)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the certification of persons as advocates for victims of sexual assault and to confidential communications; providing criminal penalties.
House: Public Health
No action taken in committee
HB 2147 73-0 (1993)
Author: Holzheauser, Steve
Relating to welfare benefits.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 2256 73-0 (1993)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the coordination of delivery of similar state agency programs.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2302 73-0 (1993)
Author: Carter, Bill
Relating to the terms served by members of the executive committee of the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2379 73-0 (1993)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the theft of public assistance benefits obtained through the electronic benefits transfer system.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2451 73-0 (1993)
Author: Berlanga, Hugo | et. al.
Relating to additional court filing fees to provide civil legal services to the indigent.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2458 73-0 (1993)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to the authority of the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services or another state agency to obtain certain records or documents.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
HB 2573 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parra, Tony
Relating to administrative hearings before the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HCR 89 73-0 (1993)
Author: Greenberg, Sherri
Directing the criminal justice and human services agencies of this state to adopt a memorandum of understanding defining the agencies' respective responsibilities for correctional support and treatment of sex offenders in the criminal justice system.
House: Corrections
Considered in Calendars
SB 465 73-0 (1993)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the composition, powers, duties, and change of the name of the Interagency Council for Services for the Homeless.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 612 73-0 (1993)
Author: Montford, John
Relating to removing the Texas Youth Commission from the list of health and human services agencies.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
SB 703 73-0 (1993)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission, the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, the Texas Department of Health, and other health and human services agencies, to the statewide health coordinating council, and to the Interagency Council on Early Childhood Intervention Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Postponed in committee
SB 990 73-0 (1993)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Carter, Bill
Relating to the terms served by members of the executive committee of the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1161 73-0 (1993)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to additional filing fee to provide greater access to the courts by low-income Texans.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1173 73-0 (1993)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to additional court filing fees to provide civil legal services to the indigent and to supplement salaries of State Bar personnel.
Senate: Finance
Record vote
SB 1470 73-0 (1993)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the provision of certain services to elderly persons by the Texas Department on Aging and the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/93
SCR 50 73-0 (1993)
Author: Lucio, EddieSponsor: Greenberg, Sherri
Directing the criminal justice and human service agencies of this state to adopt a memorandum of understanding defining the agencies' respective responsibilities for correctional support and treatment of sex-offenders.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Signed by the Governor
SCR 88 73-0 (1993)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Delco, Wilhelmina
Requesting that the public institutions of higher education report their current efforts in developing or providing health or human service care to the people of Texas to the Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Signed by the Governor
HB 33 72-0 (1991)
Author: Williamson, Richard
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Services to conduct a charitable raffle.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 910 72-0 (1991)
Author: Schechter, Sue | et. al.
Relating to abolition of the Texas Health and Human Services Coordinating Council and the transfer of certain of the council's functions to the governor's office, the Texas Department of Health, the Texas Department of Community Affairs, the Department of Information Resources, and the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Government Organization
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
HB 911 72-0 (1991)
Author: Schechter, Sue | et. al.
Relating to abolishing the long-term care coordinating council for the elderly and transferring its powers to the Texas Department on Aging.
House: Government Organization
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 970 72-0 (1991)
Author: Vowell, Jack
Relating to emergency appropriations to the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1817 72-0 (1991)
Author: Hernandez, Christine
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Fair Start Commission.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2271 72-0 (1991)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to emergency protective services for certain incompetent elderly or disabled persons.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/91
HB 2714 72-0 (1991)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the provision of social work services and to representations by a person who is not certified to practice social work.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2839 72-0 (1991)
Author: Vowell, Jack
Relating to transferring the regulatory authority concerning convalescent and nursing homes and personal care facilities from the Texas Department of Health to the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2842 72-0 (1991)
Author: Junell, Robert
Relating to the transfer of the community development block grant program from the Texas Department of Commerce to the Texas Department of Community Affairs.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HCR 127 72-0 (1991)
Author: Harris, Jack
Requesting the Texas Department of Human Services to design pilot programs that combine social services with primary and preventative health care.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HCR 136 72-0 (1991)
Author: Glossbrenner, Ernestine
Requesting that the Central Education Agency designate a State Social Work Consultant to assist in the development of new programs and the expansion of existing programs to address the social work needs of students and their families.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HCR 137 72-0 (1991)
Author: Glossbrenner, Ernestine
Requesting that the State Board of Education fully develop and implement social work programs.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HCR 139 72-0 (1991)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Requesting the Texas Department of Human Services to adjust the Texas Index for Level of Effort.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HR 90 72-0 (1991)
Author: McDonald, Nancy
Requesting that all health and human services education programs include studies in gerontology.
House: Public Health
Reported enrolled
SB 377 72-0 (1991)
Author: Carriker, StevenSponsor: Schechter, Sue
Relating to abolishing the long-term care coordinating council for the elderly and transferring its powers to the Texas Department on Aging.
House: Government Organization Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/91
SB 379 72-0 (1991)
Author: Carriker, StevenSponsor: Schechter, Sue | et. al.
Relating to abolition of the Texas Health and Human Services Coordinating Council and the transfer of certain of the council's functions to the governor's office, the Texas Department of Health, the Texas Department of Community Affairs, the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission, the Department of Information Resources, the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation, the Texas Department of Commerce, and the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Government Organization Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/91
SB 1016 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the expiration period of emergency orders for protective services for certain incompetent elderly or disabled persons.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1254 72-0 (1991)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to an emergency appropriation for the Texas Department of Human Services.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1366 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the provision of social work services and to representations by a person who is not certified to practice social work.
Senate: Health Services
Referred to s/c on Health Services by Pres.
SB 1493 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Blair, Fred
Relating to educational assistance to families in distress.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
1st Printing sent to Calendars
SCR 79 72-0 (1991)
Author: Sims, BillSponsor: Kuempel, Edmund
Requesting the Texas Department of Human Services to adjust the Texas Index for Level of Effort.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Signed by the Governor
HB 7 72-1 (1991)
Author: Vowell, Jack | et. al.Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to health and human services, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Department of Health, other state agencies and providers, and including the enforcement of child support obligations; creating offenses and providing penalties; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
House: Appropriations Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/91
HB 108 72-1 (1991)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to transferring the functions of the Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hearing Impaired and the Texas Commission for the Blind to the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 231 72-1 (1991)
Author: Gibson, Bruce
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HR 250 72-1 (1991)
Author: Vowell, Jack
Resolving to suspend House Rule 14, Section 9(a) to enable the conference committee appointed to resolve the differences on House Bill No. 7.
Reported enrolled
SB 22 72-1 (1991)
Author: Brooks, Chet | et. al.
Relating to the delivery of health and human services.
Senate: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 65 72-1 (1991)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to an emergency appropriation for the Texas Department of Human Services.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 88 72-1 (1991)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Gibson, Bruce
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Finance
1st Printing printed and distributed
HB 94 72-2 (1991)
Author: Gibson, Bruce
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
SB 50 72-2 (1991)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 880 71-0 (1989)
Author: Barton, Erwin
Relating to regional administration by certain health-related state agencies.
House: Human Services
Laid on table subj. to call in comm.
HB 1672 71-0 (1989)
Author: Melton, Bob
Relating to the effect of having received probation in a criminal case on an applicant for certain licenses issued by the Texas Department of Human Services or a licensee operating under....
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1959 71-0 (1989)
Author: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxes for certain publicly owned housing used to provide transitional shelter for needy persons.
House: Ways & Means
Pending in subcommittee
HB 2145 71-0 (1989)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the creation of the housing for the homeless fund within the Texas Housing Agency.
House: Ways & Means
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
HB 2276 71-0 (1989)
Author: Hollowell, Bill
Relating to the confidentiality of records in the Texas Department of Human Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2287 71-0 (1989)
Author: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to family violence shelters.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2473 71-0 (1989)
Author: Danburg, DebraSponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the composition and functions of the Texas Health and Human Services Coordinating Council; creating the Human Services Interagency Committee; and providing for the exchange of health and human services....
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/89
HB 2777 71-0 (1989)
Author: Hury, JamesSponsor: Green, Gene
Relating to criminal history information records that the Texas Department of Human Services may obtain.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2873 71-0 (1989)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the establishment of a support program to assist persons with disabilities and their families; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Human Services
Companion considered in lieu in comm.
HB 2940 71-0 (1989)
Author: Shelley, Dan
Relating to a public hearing requirement for the location of a family home.
House: Public Health
Pending in committee
HB 3086 71-0 (1989)
Author: McDonald, Nancy
Relating to the composition of the Home Health Services Advisory Council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
SB 707 71-0 (1989)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo | et. al.
Relating to the provision of services by certain state agencies to students at risk of dropping out of school.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
SB 1237 71-0 (1989)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Melton, Bob
Relating to the effect of having received probation in a criminal case on an applicant for certain licenses issued by the Texas Department of Human Services or a licensee operating under certain licenses issued....
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/89
SB 1392 71-0 (1989)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to regional administration by certain health-related state agencies.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1509 71-0 (1989)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the establishment of a support program to assist persons with disabilities and their families; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/89
SB 1542 71-0 (1989)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to the provision by the Texas Department of Human Services or respite services for caregivers to the elderly and disabled.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Reported favorably w/amendments
SB 1595 71-0 (1989)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Vowell, Jack
Relating to the prohibition of operating an unregistered family home and the advertising of unregistered family homes; providing penalties for violations.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Withdrawn from calendar
SB 1640 71-0 (1989)
Author: Brooks, Chet | et. al.
Relating to income eligibility for medical assistance; advisory committees of the department; the provision and payment of hospital and physician services; and the liability of health care providers rendering services...
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 1666 71-0 (1989)
Author: Edwards, Chet
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxes for certain publicly owned housing used to provide transitional shelter for needy persons.
Senate: Finance
Reported favorably w/o amendments
SB 1821 71-0 (1989)
Author: Henderson, Don
Relating to the definition of family homes as community-based residential homes exclusively for disabled persons.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Received from the Senate
SCR 128 71-0 (1989)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Encouraging the public and private sectors to cooperate in establishing programs to rehabilitate housing and build new housing for the disadvantaged.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 123 71-3 (1990)
Author: Williamson, Richard
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Services to conduct a charitable raffle.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 6 71-4 (1990)
Author: Williamson, Richard
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Services to conduct a charitable raffle.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 157 71-4 (1990)
Author: Vowell, Jack
Relating to appropriations to the Texas Department of Human Services for the biennium August 31, 1991.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 48 71-5 (1990)
Author: Williamson, Richard
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Services to conduct a charitable raffle.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 97 71-5 (1990)
Author: Vowell, Jack | et. al.
Relating to appropriations to the Texas Department of Human Services for the biennium ending August 31, 1991.
House: Appropriations
Pending in committee
HB 98 71-5 (1990)
Author: Vowell, Jack
Relating to appropriations to the Texas Department of Human Services for the biennium ending August 31, 1991.
House: Appropriations
Pending in committee
HB 75 71-6 (1990)
Author: Williamson, Richard
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Services to conduct a charitable raffle.
Filed
HB 584 70-0 (1987)
Author: Vowell, Jack
Relating to the continuation, composition, powers, and duties of the Texas Department of Human Services and to the administration of programs for children, the disabled, and the elderly; providing penalties.
House: Government Organization
Pending in subcommittee
HB 1154 70-0 (1987)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the establishment of a support program to assist mentally or developmentally disabled persons and their families; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/87
HB 2518 70-0 (1987)
Author: Shelley, Dan
Relating to the creation of a child support department in Harris County.
House: Judiciary
Laid on the table subject to call
HR 675 70-0 (1987)
Author: Guerrero, Lena
Directing the Committee on Human Services and the Committee on Public Health to study jointly the regional management structure of health and human services agencies.
SB 298 70-0 (1987)
Author: Edwards, ChetSponsor: Vowell, Jack
Relating to the continuation, composition, powers, and duties of the Texas Department of Human Services and to the administration of programs for children, the disabled, and the elderly; providing penalties.
House: Government Organization Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/87
SB 483 70-0 (1987)
Author: Johnson, EddieSponsor: Hill, Patricia
Relating to the authority of a home-rule city to provide publicly owned facilities for human services to the indigent.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1057 70-0 (1987)
Author: Krier, Cynthia
Relating to minimum standards for and the qualifications of persons conducting social studies before an adoption.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Left as pending business in comm.
SB 1207 70-0 (1987)
Author: Johnson, EddieSponsor: Hill, Patricia
Relating to the authority of a home-rule city to provide human services to the indigent.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 348 69-0 (1985)
Author: Barton, Erwin
Relating to the annual report of the Texas Department of Human Resources.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 350 69-0 (1985)
Author: Barton, Erwin
Relating to the authority of the department of human resources to obtain criminal history information records from the Department of Public Safety, the Federal Bureau of Investigation identification division, or another law enforcement agency, and to the offense of unauthorized disclosure of criminal history information records; providing a penalty.
House: Human Services
Coauthor authorized
HB 1400 69-0 (1985)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Relating to the authority of housing authorities to provide housing to persons of moderate income.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 329 69-0 (1985)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Barton, Erwin
Relating to the annual report of the Texas Department of Human Resources.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective immediately
SB 406 69-0 (1985)
Author: Krier, Cynthia
Relating to the punishment for the offense of assault if the victim of the assault is an employee of the Texas Department of Human Resources assaulted while performing certain duties.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Reported favorably with substitute
HB 72 68-0 (1983)
Author: Willis, Doyle
Relating to the provision of rehabilitative services for certain blind persons.
House: Human Services
Coauthor authorized
HB 228 68-0 (1983)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to the establishment of shelters for abused wives and their children in certain cities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Committee on Human Services
HB 278 68-0 (1983)
Author: Turner, Jim
Relating to an aural habilitation program for deaf and hearing impaired individuals.
House: Human Services
Referred to subcommittee
HB 344 68-0 (1983)
Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Relating to the provision of protective services for the elderly by the Texas Department of Human Resources.
House: Retirement and Aging
Committee laid on table subject to call
HB 673 68-0 (1983)
Author: Hernandez, Joe
Relating to the membership of the Texas Board of Human Resources.
House: Human Services
Referred to subcommittee
HB 849 68-0 (1983)
Author: Willis, Doyle
Relating to the provision of protective services for the elderly by the Texas Department of Human Resources.
House: Retirement and Aging
Referred to Committee on Retirement and Aging
HB 864 68-0 (1983)
Author: Lee, El Franco
Relating to the membership of the Texas Board of Human Resources.
House: Human Services
Coauthor authorized
HB 1086 68-0 (1983)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to administrative proceedings involving the Texas Department of Human Resources.
House: Human Services
Referred to Committee on Human Services
HB 1238 68-0 (1983)
Author: Polk, Mary
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Health and Human Services Coordinating Council.
House: State Affairs
Coauthor authorized
HB 1576 68-0 (1983)
Author: Polk, Mary
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Resources to set and charge a fee for providing certain services.
House: Human Services
Withdrawn from calendar
HB 2140 68-0 (1983)
Author: Hall, W. N. "Billy"Sponsor: Traeger, John
Relating to the use of volunteers by certain governmental entities that provide human services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 48 68-0 (1983)
Author: Caperton, Kent
Relating to an aural habilitation program for deaf and hearing-impaired individuals.
Senate: Health & Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably with amendments
SB 49 68-0 (1983)
Author: Caperton, Kent
Relating to duties and powers of the Texas Commission for the Deaf and to the establishment of programs and services for the deaf and deaf-blind multihandicapped individuals and their parents.
Senate: Health & Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
SB 201 68-0 (1983)
Author: Traeger, John
Relating to the per diem for members of the Texas Board of Human Resources.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
SB 214 68-0 (1983)
Author: Uribe, HectorSponsor: Polumbo, Anthony
Relating to retaining the protective services for the elderly program in the Department of Human Resources.
House: Retirement and Aging Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SB 289 68-0 (1983)
Author: Vale, Bob
Relating to the establishment of a state program to weatherize homes of needy or elderly individuals or families; requiring reports to the legislature.
Senate: Health & Human Resources
Referred to Committee on Health & Human Resources
SB 426 68-0 (1983)
Author: Caperton, Kent
Relating to state loans to finance the purchase, installation, or repair of energy conservation devices and renewable energy systems by persons and families of low income and families of moderate income.
Senate: Health & Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
SB 633 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Lee, El Franco
Relating to the membership of the Texas Board of Human Resources.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Resources
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
SB 711 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Polk, Mary
Relating to the establishment; administration; membership; qualifications, terms, and compensation of members; and powers and duties and functions of the Texas Health and Human Services Coordinating Council, the Council on Disabilities, and the Long-term Care Coordinating Council for the Elderly and the relationship of the councils in carrying out their functions and to the Medical Care Advisory Committee.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SB 861 68-0 (1983)
Author: Uribe, HectorSponsor: Polk, Mary
Relating to the responsibility of the Department of Human Resources to provide protective services to elderly and disabled persons.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SB 920 68-0 (1983)
Author: Leedom, JohnSponsor: Polk, Mary
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Resources to set and charge a fee for providing certain services and to provision of services under certain circumstances.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1053 68-0 (1983)
Author: Kothmann, Glenn
Relating to utility rate relief programs of municipalities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
HB 192 67-0 (1981)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to pilot programs and services for deaf-blind multihandicapped individuals.
House: Human Services
Committee laid on table subject to call
HB 194 67-0 (1981)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to the provision of services for the deaf.
House: Human Services
Committee laid on table subject to call
HB 195 67-0 (1981)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to outdoor training programs for deaf students.
House: Human Services
Committee laid on table subject to call
HB 447 67-0 (1981)
Author: Hill, GeraldSponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the appointment and qualifications of the commissioner of Human Resources.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 462 67-0 (1981)
Author: Maloney, Robert
Relating to the extent to which the Administrative Procedure and Texas Register Act applies to the Texas Department of Human Resources.
House: State Affairs
Reported from subcommittee favorably without amendments
HB 622 67-0 (1981)
Author: Polk, MarySponsor: Snelson, W.E. "Pete"
Relating to the use of volunteers in providing human services.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1042 67-0 (1981)
Author: Evans, Charles
Relating to the provision of protective services for elderly persons.
House: Human Services
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1113 67-0 (1981)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to the funding, establishment and operation of multipurpose service centers for displaced homemakers.
House: Human Services
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1277 67-0 (1981)
Author: Jones, Neal T.
Relating to the state loans for purchasing technological aids for visually handicapped persons.
House: Human Services
Committee laid on table subject to call
HB 1324 67-0 (1981)
Author: Nabers, Lynn
Relating to access to the criminal record or history of a client or applicant for services by the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Security & Sanctions
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 1327 67-0 (1981)
Author: Lewis, GibsonSponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to the state's liability for and defense of claims based on conduct of certain medical consultants to the Texas Rehabilitation Commission and the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1334 67-0 (1981)
Author: Polk, MarySponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to shelter and services for victims of family violence and funding for these programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1470 67-0 (1981)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to the funding of services and shelter centers for victims of family violence and to the funding, establishment and operation of multipurpose service centers for displaced homemakers.
House: Human Services
Committee laid on table subject to call
HB 2278 67-0 (1981)
Author: Clayton, BillSponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to construction of the Human Services Center.
House: Health Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HJR 79 67-0 (1981)
Author: Luna III, Albert
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing relief for certain consumers of residential gas and electricity and dedicating a portion of taxes on natural gas.
House: Constitutional Amendments
Referred to Committee on Constitutional Amendments
SB 52 67-0 (1981)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Washington, Craig
Relating to the provision of services for the deaf.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately
SB 213 67-0 (1981)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to obtaining information for the administration of human resources programs.
Senate: Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably with substitute
SB 215 67-0 (1981)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the qualifications of the Commissioner of the Department of Human Resources.
Senate: Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably with substitute
SB 220 67-0 (1981)
Author: Ogg, Jack
Relating to the funding of services and shelter centers for victim of family violence and to the funding, establishment and operation of multipurpose service centers for displaced homemakers.
Senate: Human Resources
Postponed
SB 320 67-0 (1981)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Washington, Craig
Relating to pilot programs and services for deaf-blind multihandicapped individuals.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately
SB 433 67-0 (1981)
Author: Farabee, Ray
Relating to the appointment and qualifications of the commissioner of human resources.
Senate: Human Resources
No action taken
SB 516 67-0 (1981)
Author: Ogg, JackSponsor: Washington, Craig
Relating to the funding, establishment, and operation of multipurpose service centers for displaced homemakers; authorizing certain fees for service of a district clerk; authorizing appropriations.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
SB 597 67-0 (1981)
Author: Andujar, BettySponsor: Jones, Neal T.
Relating to state loans for purchasing technological aids for visually handicapped persons.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SB 712 67-0 (1981)
Author: Mauzy, OscarSponsor: Nabers, Lynn
Relating to access to the criminal record or history of a client or applicant for services by the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
SB 1087 67-0 (1981)
Author: Uribe, HectorSponsor: Evans, Charles
Relating to the provision for the right to investigate the abuse of an elderly person.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1173 67-0 (1981)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to shelter and services for victims of family violence and funding for these programs.
Senate: Human Resources
Coauthor authorized
SJR 49 67-0 (1981)
Author: Ogg, Jack
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing relief for certain consumers of residential gas and electricity and dedicating a portion of taxes on natural gas.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
SR 657 67-0 (1981)
Author: Andujar, Betty
Creating an interim study of the health welfare services provided through block grant funding.
Senate: Human Resources
HB 335 66-0 (1979)
Author: Head, Fred
Making a supplemental appropriation to the Texas Department of Human Resources.
House: Appropriations
Scheduled for future calendar placement
HB 673 66-0 (1979)
Author: Polumbo, AnthonySponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the promulgation, distribution, and completion of child abuse report forms.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 810 66-0 (1979)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to shelters for abused wives in certain cities.
House: Human Services
Considered by committee in public hearing
HB 990 66-0 (1979)
Author: Bode, Mary Jane
Relating to a program for the relief of certain consumers of residential gas and electricity.
House: Ways & Means
Considered by subcommittee in public hearing
HB 1075 66-0 (1979)
Author: Lalor, LanceSponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to shelter and services for victims of family violence and court orders for the protection of members of a family or a household.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1394 66-0 (1979)
Author: Crawford, Bo
Relating to the designation of the State Department of Public Welfare as the state agency to administer social service programs established by federal law.
House: Human Services
Scheduled for future calendar placement
HB 1749 66-0 (1979)
Author: Wallace III, Ralph
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Human Resources to obtain criminal records and criminal reports of a person who applies for or holds a license issued by the department.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Considered by committee in public hearing
HB 1763 66-0 (1979)
Author: Wallace III, Ralph
Relating to establishment of a program to educate the public on the sexual abuse on children.
House: Human Services
Scheduled for future calendar placement
HB 1831 66-0 (1979)
Author: Ezzell, Michael H.Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to representation of the Texas Department of Human Resources in certain judicial proceedings.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1834 66-0 (1979)
Author: Ezzell, Michael H.Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Adopting the Human Resource Code, a nonsubstantive revision of the statutes relating to state programs, assistance, and services for needy persons, children, and handicapped persons.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2207 66-0 (1979)
Author: Rangel, Irma
Relating to a Foster Grandparents Program administered by the Governor's Committee on Aging.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 594 66-0 (1979)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to shelter and services for victims of family violence and court orders for the protection of members of a family or a household.
Senate: Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably with substitute
SB 628 66-0 (1979)
Author: Ogg, Jack
Relating to a state program to aid in the payment of utility bills on behalf of needy aged individuals to be administered by the Texas Department of Human Resources; making provisios for such administration; establishing a fund in the State Treasury; and providing a penalty.
Senate: Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably with substitute
SB 1172 66-0 (1979)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Adopting the Human Resources Code, a nonsubstantive revision of the statutes relating to state programs, assistance, and services for needy persons, children, and handicapped persons.
Senate: Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably with amendments
SB 1255 66-0 (1979)
Author: Jones, GrantSponsor: Washington, Craig
Relating to access to the criminal record or history of a client or an applicant for services by the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
HB 252 65-0 (1977)
Author: Ezzell, Michael H.
Relating to the provision of protective services for elderly persons.
House: Health & Welfare
Motion to reconsider spread on the Journal
HB 286 65-0 (1977)
Author: Johnson, Eddie
Relating to the provision of protective services (assistance necessary to maintain physical and mental health, and safety) for certain elderly persons.
House: Health & Welfare
Coauthor authorized
HB 444 65-0 (1977)
Author: Sullivant, BillSponsor: Patman, W.N. "Bill"
Relating to the establishment and operation of pilot multipurpose service centers for displaced homemakers.
House: Health & Welfare Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately
