HBA-NRS H.B. 2774 77(R)    BILL ANALYSIS


Office of House Bill AnalysisH.B. 2774
By: Chavez
Human Services
3/25/2001
Introduced



BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE 

Modern medicine is constantly changing. However, the application of new
technology to medical services may take time. Pilot projects are an
effective way to examine how new technology can be utilized for the benefit
of various medical and financial assistance programs. House Bill 2774
authorizes the establishment of pilot projects to demonstrate the
application of technology in the provision of services, including longterm
care, rehabilitation, aging, and disability. 

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY

It is the opinion of the Office of House Bill Analysis that this bill does
not expressly delegate any additional rulemaking authority to a state
officer, department, agency, or institution. 

ANALYSIS

House Bill 2774 amends the Health and Safety Code to authorize the Health
and Human Services Commission to establish one or more pilot projects
allowing for reimbursement under provisions regarding the financial
assistance and service programs to demonstrate the application of
technology in the provision of services. The bill authorizes a pilot
project to include, but not be limited to, long-term care, community care
and supports, rehabilitation, aging, and disability. 

EFFECTIVE DATE

On passage, or if the Act does not receive the necessary vote, the Act
takes effect September 1, 2001.