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