Below is a list of legislative and state agency health care hearings scheduled between February 29 and March 21.
3/2/2014
Department of State Health Services
March 2, 2014 – 04:00 PM
Omni Hotel at the Colonnade, La Joya Ballroom, Ground Flr, 9821 Colonnade Boulevard, San Antonio
Texas State Child Fatality Review Team Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Roll Call and Establishment of Quorum/Introductions Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes from the January 10, 2014 Meeting Report from the Committee Chair Election of a Committee Vice Chair Report on 2013 Review Team Accomplishments and Recommendations Position Statement Update: Fire and Burn Safety Question and Answer Session Next Meeting: July 18, 2014 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Department of State Health Services 1100 West 49th Street Tower Building, Room T-407 Austin, Texas. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
3/3/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 3, 2013 – 9:30 AM
Mental Health and Mental Retardation Center, Public Hearing Room 164, 909 West 45th St., Building II, Austin
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on Monday, March 3, 2014, at 9:30 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed payment rates for cognitive rehabilitation therapy in the Home and Community-based Services (HCS) and Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) waiver programs operated by the Department of Aging and Disability Services. The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 1, §355.105(g), which require that public hearings be held on proposed reimbursement rates before such rates are approved by HHSC. Proposal. HHSC proposes rates for cognitive rehabilitation therapy in the HCS and CLASS programs. The proposed rates will be effective April 1, 2014, and were determined in accordance with the rate setting methodologies listed below under “Methodology and Justification.” Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates reflect the funding of these services in the 83rd Legislative session (Senate Bill 1, 83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013). The proposed payment rates were determined in accordance with the rate setting methodologies codified at 1 TAC, Chapter 355, Subchapter E, §355.505, Reimbursement Methodology for the CLASS Waiver Program and Subchapter F, §355.723, Reimbursement Methodology for HCS and Texas Home Living Programs, and were subsequently adjusted in accordance with 1 TAC Chapter 355, Subchapter A, §355.101, Introduction, and Subchapter B, §355.201, Establishment and Adjustment of Reimbursement Rates by HHSC. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on February 14, 2014. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at sarah.hambrick@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package also will be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email. U.S. Mail Texas Health and Human Services Commission Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 P.O. Box 149030 Austin, Texas 78714-9030 Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery Texas Health and Human Services Commission Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 Brown Heatly Building 4900 North Lamar Boulevard Austin, Texas 78751-2316 Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401 Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-707-7475 Email judy.myers@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 3, 2014 – 10:30 AM
Mental Health and Mental Retardation Center, Public Hearing Room 164, 909 West 45th St., Building II, Austin
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on Monday, March 3, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed payment rates for the Home and Community-Based Services – Adult Mental Health (HCBS–AMH) program operated by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.105(g), which require that public hearings be held on proposed reimbursement rates before such rates are approved by HHSC. Proposal. HHSC proposes rates for the new HCBS-AMH program. The proposed rates will be effective April 1, 2014, and were determined in accordance with the rate setting methodologies listed below under “Methodology and Justification.”Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates reflect the funding of these services through the 2014–15 General Appropriations Act, 83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013 (Article II, DSHS, Rider 81). The rider directs that appropriated funds be used to develop a program for adults with complex needs and extended or repeated state inpatient psychiatric stays. The proposed payment rates were determined in accordance with the rate setting methodologies codified at 1 TAC §355.9070, Reimbursement Methodology for DSHS HCBS–AMH, which is effective on March 1, 2014, as noted in the January 24, 2014, issue of the Texas Register (39 TexReg 395); 1 TAC §355.101, Introduction; and 1 TAC §355.201, Establishment and Adjustment of Reimbursement Rates by the HHSC.Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on February 14, 2014. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at sarah.hambrick@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package also will be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email.U.S. Mail Texas Health and Human Services Commission Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 P.O. Box 149030 Austin, Texas 78714-9030 Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery Texas Health and Human Services Commission Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 Brown Heatly Building 4900 North Lamar Boulevard Austin, Texas 78751-2316 Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401 Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475 Email sarah.hambrick@hhsc.state.tx.us
Department of State Health Services
March 3, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1410, 4900 North Lamar, Austin
Texas School Health Advisory Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order-Jan Hungate, Ed.D., Presiding Officer Welcome and Introduction of Members, Guests and Staff Approval of the Agenda-Jan Hungate Reading and Approval of the Jan. 13, 2014 Minutes-Jan Hungate Reproductive Health Work Group Report-Kelly Reed-Hirsch Childhood Obesity Prevention Resolution Update-Kelly Reed-Hirsch Fitnessgram Work Group Report-Steve Kelder, Ph.D. Agency Updates Review of the New Texas Education Agency Coordinated School Health Curriculum-Barney Fudge Recommendations for Student Improvement based on Fitnessgram Data-Barney Fudge Healthy School Environment Checklist-Anita Wheeler-Hill Approval of Document Revisions-Various Members Children with Disabilities Work Group Report-Becky Rendon Work Plan-Anita Wheeler-Hill Agenda Topics for School Health Advisory Councils-Call for New Topics-Jan Hungate Coordinated School Health Data Sets-Call for New Websites-Jan Hungate Reminder of Next Meeting Date: May 12, 2014; Determine Agenda Topics-Jan Hungate Public Comment Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
3/5/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 5, 2014 – 09:00 AM
4900 N. Lamar Blvd., HHSC Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 1420, Austin
Task Force for Children with Special Needs 1. Welcome and Introduction 2. Approval of October Meeting Minutes 3. Project Presentations: Trademark Media a. Priority I: Informed and Empowered Parents/Children with Special Needs Web project presentation by Trademark Media (web Developer) b. Priority II: Crisis Prevention/Intervention, final report draft discussion 4. Project update/discussion: Legislative Update Report 5. Public Comment 6. Discuss Next Potential Action Items and Meeting Dates 7. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 5, 2014 – 01:00 PM
John H. Winters Building , Public Hearing Room , 701 West 51st St., Austin
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed new rules and amendments to existing rules under Title 1, Part 15, Chapters 366, 370, and 375, concerning the implementation of Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) eligibility changes. The purpose of the proposed rules is to amend previously adopted rules implementing federally required income eligibility changes to Medicaid included in section 1902(e)(14) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396a(e)(14)) and CHIP as required by section 2102(b)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1397bb(b)(1)(B)), and section 2107(e)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1397gg(e)(1)). The rules, adopted December 13, 2013, changed prior financial eligibility criteria for Medicaid and CHIP to conform to federal law and regulations that are effective January 1, 2014. The proposed rules modify definitions and terms to align the rules with federal laws and regulations and current HHSC policy and processes; restore assets and resource tests for the Medically Needy and the Refugee Medical Assistance programs; allow each CHIP member to select a managed care organization for health and dental coverage based on the service area where they live, rather than making the selection at the family level; modify the CHIP waiting period exemptions to comply with federal rules; and allow a Medicaid recipient denied at renewal for failure to provide information 90 days to submit the requested information without having to submit a new full application. Written comments on the proposal may be submitted to Amanda Austin, HHSC, Office of Social Services, MC-2115, 909 West 45th St., Austin, TX 78751, or by email to Amanda.Austin@hhsc.state.tx.us, within 30 days after publication of this proposal in the Texas Register.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 5, 2014 – 01:00 PM
Center for Community Cooperation, 2900 Live Oak St. Dallas
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Providers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 4 p.m. session will be directed towards consumers, families, and other stakeholders. Dallas is part of the Dallas service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, El Paso, Harris, Hidalgo, Jefferson, Lubbock, Nueces and Tarrant. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates.1. Managed care overview 2. STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Questions and Answers 7. Adjourn. Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 5, 2014 – 04:00 PM
Center for Community Cooperation, 2900 Live Oak St. Dallas
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Consumers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 4 p.m. session will be directed towards consumers, families, and other stakeholders. Dallas is part of the Dallas service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, El Paso, Harris, Hidalgo, Jefferson, Lubbock, Nueces and Tarrant. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates.1. Managed care overview 2. STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Questions and Answers 7. Adjourn. Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Department of Aging and Disability Services
March 5, 2014 – 02:00 PM
701 West 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Rm, Austin
Aging and Disability Services Council – Work Session 1. Welcome and Call To Order 2. Community Services Report 3. State Supported Living Centers (SSLC) Report 4. Review of March 6, 2014 Items: a. Recommendation to propose new 40 TAC Chapter 49, Contracting for Community Services; repeal of 40 TAC Chapter 49, Contracting for Community Care Services; and amendment and repeal of sections in 40 TAC Chapter 9, Subchapter Q, governing enrollment of contractors in the HCS and TxHmL Programs; Chapter 30, governing Medicaid hospice services; Chapter 43, governing the service responsibility option; Chapter 44, governing consumer-managed personal attendant services; Chapter 45, governing community living assistance and support services; Chapter 46, governing assisted living and residential care services; Chapter 47, governing primary home care services; Chapter 48, governing adult foster care; Chapter 52, governing emergency response services; Chapter 55, governing home-repedelivered meals; Chapter 58, governing special services to persons with disabilities; Chapter 62, governing contracting to provide transition assistance services; and Chapter 98, governing day activity and health services, by the Department of Aging and Disability Services b. Recommendation to propose new 40 TAC Chapter 15, Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers, consisting of Subchapter A, Purpose, Scope, Limitations, Compliance, and Definitions; Subchapter B, Licensing Application, Maintenance, and Fees; Subchapter C, General Provisions; Subchapter D, Transportation; Subchapter E, Building Requirements; Subchapter F, Inspections and Visits; and Subchapter G, Enforcement c. Recommendation to propose amendments to and repeals of certain sections; and propose new sections in 40 TAC Chapter 51, Medically Dependent Children Program d. Recommendation to propose amendments to certain sections; the repeal of certain sections; and new sections in 40 TAC Chapter 9, Subchapter N, Texas Home Living (TxHmL) Program e. Recommendation to propose amendments to certain sections; the repeals of 9.185 and 9.913; and new 9.180, 9.182-9.184 in 40 TAC Chapter 9, Subchapter D, Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) Program f. Recommendation to propose new amendments to 41.108, 41.233, 41.238, and 41.404; the repeals of 41.201 and 41.233; and amendments to 41.207, 41.217, 41.301, and 41.339 in 40 TAC Chapter 41, Consumer Directed Services Option 5. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-4563
3/6/2014
Department of Aging and Disability Services
March 6, 2014 – 08:30 AM
701 W 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Room, Austin
Aging and Disability Services Council 1. Welcome and Call To Order 2. Approval of the Minutes of the December 5, 2013 Council Meeting 3. Commissioner's Quarterly Update – Activities – Special Recognition(s)/Announcement(s) – Staffing and Personnel 4. Public Comment 5. Recommendation to Propose: a. Recommendation to propose amendment to s355.101, Introduction, Cost Determination Process under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 355, Subchapter A b. Recommendation to propose amendments to s355.112, Attendant Compensation Rate Enhancement, under Title 1,Part 15, Chapter 355, Subchapter AF c. Recommendation to propose an amendment to s3.101, Definitions; and new Subchapter G, Electronic Monitoring, consisting of 3.701-3.708, in 40 TAC Chapter 3, Administrative Responsibilities of State Facilities d. Recommendation to propose new 40 TAC Chapter 49, Contracting for Community Services; repeal of 40 TAC Chapter 49, Contracting for Community Care Services; and amendment and repeal of sections in 40 TAC Chapter 9, Subchapter Q, governing enrollment of contractors in the HCS and TxHmL Programs; Chapter 30, governing Medicaid hospice services; Chapter 43, governing the service responsibility option; Chapter 44, governing consumer-managed personal attendant services; Chapter 45, governing community living assistance and support services; Chapter 46, governing assisted living and residential care services; Chapter 47, governing primary home care services; Chapter 48, governing adult foster care; Chapter 52, governing emergency response services; Chapter 55, governing home-delivered meals; Chapter 58, governing special services to persons with disabilities; Chapter 62, governing contracting to provide transition assistance services; and Chapter 98, governing day activity and health services, by the Department of Aging and Disability Services e. Recommendation to propose the repeal of Title 40, Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 69, Contract Administration f. Recommendation to propose new 40 TAC Chapter 15, Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers, consisting of Subchapter A, Purpose, Scope, Limitations, Compliance, and Definitions; Subchapter B, Licensing Application, Maintenance, and Fees; Subchapter C, General Provisions; Subchapter D, Transportation; Subchapter E, Building Requirements; Subchapter F, Inspections and Visits; and Subchapter G, Enforcement g. Recommendation to propose amendments to certain sections; the repeals of 9.185 and 9.913; and new 9.180, 9.182 – 9.184 in 40 TAC Chapter 9, Subchapter D, Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) Program h. Recommendation to propose amendments to certain sections; the repeal of certain sections; and new sections in 40 TAC Chapter 9, Subchapter N, Texas Home Living (TxHmL) Program i. Recommendation to propose amendments to and repeals of certain sections; and propose new sections in 40 TAC Chapter 51, Medically Dependent Children Program j. Recommendation to propose new amendments to 41.108, 41.233, 41.238, and 41.404; the repeals of 41.201 and 41.233; and amendments to 41.207, 41.217, 41.301, and 41.339 in 40 TAC Chapter 41, Consumer Directed Services Option 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-4563
Department of State Health Services
March 6, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Travis Building, Room T6-128G, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin
Newborn Screening Advisory Committee Teleconference Meeting The Committee will meet in a telephone conference call meeting to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Welcome and Introductions Review and Approval of the Minutes from December 20, 2013 Newborn Screening Program Updates Transit Time for Bloodspots Secondary Panel Recommended Uniform Screening Panel – Conditions under Consideration Health Information Technology/HL 7 and Quantitative Reporting Fifty Years of Newborn Screening in Texas Public Comment Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 6, 2014 – 01:00 PM
University of North Texas Health Science Center, Everett Hall (RES-100), 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Providers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 4 p.m. session will be directed towards consumers, families, and other stakeholders. Fort Worth is part of the Tarrant service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, Dallas, El Paso, Harris, Hidalgo, Jefferson, Lubbock and Nueces. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates.1. Managed care overview 2. STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Questions and Answers 7. Adjourn. Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 6, 2014 – 04:00 PM
University of North Texas Health Science Center, Everett Hall (RES-100), 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Consumers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 4 p.m. session will be directed towards consumers, families, and other stakeholders. Fort Worth is part of the Tarrant service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, Dallas, El Paso, Harris, Hidalgo, Jefferson, Lubbock and Nueces. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates.1. Managed care overview 2. STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Questions and Answers 7. Adjourn. Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
3/7/2014
Department of State Health Services
March 7, 2014 – 10:30 AM
Department of State Health Services, Tower Building, Room T-609, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Interagency Council for Genetic Services The Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to order 2. Welcome and Introductions, Chair 3. Approval of September 13, 2013 Minutes 4. Representative Reports/Updates: -Texas Department of Insurance -Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services -University of Texas Health Science Centers -Public and Private Entities that Contract with Department of State Health Services -Department of State Health Services -Consumer Reports 5. Discussion of Resource Allocation Plan Development 6. Public Comment 7. Set next meeting date and acceptance of any items for future meeting 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 7, 2014 – 02:00 PM
John H. Winters Building , Public Hearing Room , 701 West 51st St., Austin
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed new rules and amendments concerning Personal Care Services
provided through Texas Health Steps Comprehensive Care Program. In September 2012 the Texas State Auditor's Office (SAO) issued a report entitled, "The Health and Human Services Commission's Administration of Home Health Services within the Texas Health Steps Program." The SAO report provides recommendations to improve program efficiencies and reduce opportunities for fraud and waste. Specific recommendations include strengthening processes for obtaining documentation to establish the need for services. HHSC proposes the rule amendments to align program and medical policy for personal care services provided to individuals under the age of 21 through the Texas Health Steps Comprehensive Care Program. In addition, proposed rule changes aim to strengthen the documentation process for establishing diagnostic information in line with the SAO recommendations. The proposal also updates the language to reflect current terminology. Written comments on the proposed new rule and amendments to the rule may be submitted to Shelly Robichaux, Policy Advisor, HHSC, Medicaid/Children’s Health Insurance Program Division, 4900 N. Lamar MC: H600 Austin, Texas 78751 by fax to 512-730-7472; or by email to shelly.robichaux@hhsc.state.tx.us within 30 days of publication of this proposal in the Texas Register.
3/10/2014
House Committee on County Affairs
March 10, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Polk County Chamber of Commerce, 1001 US Highway 59 Loop North, Livingston
The committee will meet to hear testimony on all interim charges:
1. Examine population growth in Texas counties and the impact the growth has had on housing, available land resources, businesses in Texas, as well as the impact of growth on the state's economy. Evaluate Texas's preparedness to respond to future growth and ensure economic stability. 2. Continue oversight of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and issues jails currently face, including the mental health of those in jail, and make recommendations for refinement or improvement of processes and programs. 3. Monitor the health advisory panel stemming from HB 3793 (83R). 4. Determine which counties have implemented a cite-and-summons policy, whether the policy has been effective in lessening overcrowding in county jails, and whether those cited by peace officers comply with the policy. 5. Study the implementation of SB 462 (83R). Examine which counties currently have veterans courts, as well as veterans courts in other states, and determine how those programs are working and whether these courts provide additional services or resources for veterans. Make appropriate recommendations. (Joint charge with the House Committee on Defense and Veterans' Affairs) 6. Conduct legislative oversight and monitoring of the agencies and programs under the committee’s jurisdiction and the implementation of relevant legislation passed by the 83rd Legislature. In conducting this oversight, the committee should: a. consider any reforms to state agencies to make them more responsive to Texas taxpayers and citizens; b. identify issues regarding the agency or its governance that may be appropriate to investigate, improve, remedy, or eliminate; c. determine whether an agency is operating in a transparent and efficient manner; and d. identify opportunities to streamline programs and services while maintaining the mission of the agency and its programs.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 10, 2014 – 10:00 AM
2222 Welborn St. (Texas Scottish Rite Hospital), Dallas
Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities Executive Committee Meeting (TOPDD) 1. Call to Order: Roll call of Members/Establish Quorum 2. Greetings and Introductions: Richard Garnett, Ph.D. 3. Approval of Minutes from December 6, 2013 Meeting 4. Report on Child Safety and Injury Prevention Committee: Ashley Givens 5. Report on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Collaborative: Mary Tijerina, Ph.D., MSSW 6. Report on TOPDD Staff: Janet Sharkis 7. Nominate/Re-elect Steering Committee members (Vote Required) 8. Scheduling of Next Meeting: Richard Garnett, Ph.D. 9. Public Comment 10. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Angela Morales, 512/206-4544
3/11/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 11, 2014 – 11:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building , Public Hearing Room , 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed new rule under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 354, Subchapter B, §354.1452, concerning Provider Marketing, and amended rule under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353, Subchapter E, §353.405, concerning Marketing. HHSC proposes new §354.1452 to specify the types of provider marketing that are prohibited as well as those that are considered permissible and to permit providers to submit proposed marketing materials to HHSC for review and prior authorization to ensure that the materials are in compliance with the rule. HHSC also proposes to amend §353.405 to include a reference to proposed new §354.1452, which will extend the provider marketing activity requirements to providers under Medicaid managed care and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), clarify that managed care organizations are allowed to assist their existing clients with reapplication, and allow STAR+PLUS providers to educate clients about the availability of long-term care services and supports, if the activities are permitted by the provider's contract. The rules are intended to decrease fraud and improve the client experience. Written comments on the proposed amendments to the rule may be submitted to Jimmy Perez, HHSC, Medicaid/CHIP Policy Development, MC-H310, Brown Heatly Building, 4900 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751; by fax to 512-730-7472; or by email to Jimmy.Perez@hhsc.state.tx.us, within 30 days after publication of this proposal in the Texas Register.
3/19/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 19, 2014 – 10:00 AM
4900 N Lamar Blvd, Brown-Heatly Bldg, Public Hearing Rm 1410, Austin
Behavioral Health Integration Advisory Committee (BHIAC) 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Review and Approval of the December 11, 2013 minutes 3. General updates on BHIAC by HHSC Staff 4. Overview, Purpose and Process of Workgroups 5. Workgroup Break Outs 6. Lunch Break (Recess 45 minutes) 7. Workgroup Break Outs continued 8. Review of Workgroups Recommendation Results 9. BHIAC Discussion and Final Vote on Recommendations 10. BHIAC Discussion and Decision on composition of Recommendations for Executive Commissioner 11. Public Comments 12. Discussion of next meeting and possible Agenda Items for BHIAC, June 2014 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
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