The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between May 14 and June 3.
5/16/2016
House Committee on County Affairs
May 16, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Reagan Building, Room JHR 120, Austin
The committee will meet to hear invited testimony on the following: Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Program 1115 Waiver; Counties involvement in Child Protective Services (CPS) cases. Contact: Katy Reagan (512) 463-0760
Texas Medical Board
May 16, 2016 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Lobby Area, Room 100, Austin
Medical Physicist Licensure Advisory Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Committee Member Report. 3. Executive Director Report. Sunset update Email update 4 Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding proposed adoption of rules and rule review to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 160, 160.1-5, and 160.7-30. 5. Discussion and possible recommendations regarding multiple renewals of training licenses. 6. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding DSHS data files imported to TMB. 7. Consideration and approval of the January 11, 2016 Medical Physicist Licensure Advisory Committee meeting minutes. 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
5/17/2016
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
May 17, 2016 – 9:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2, Room 225, Austin
Licensure and Education Committee meeting agenda The Licensure and Educational Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (TBCE) will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee which are listed on this agenda. The Committee may meet from time-to-time 5. Licensure and educational standards committee business 5.1 Request to Sit for the Texas Jurisprudence Examination 5.1.1 Tamikia Prunty, New Applicant 5.1.2 Vance Cornelison, New Applicant 5.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 5.3 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: jo.manning@tbce.texas.gov
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
May 17, 2016 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2 Room 225, Austin
Enforcement committee meeting agenda The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners' Enforcement Committee will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the committee which are listed in the agenda, as follows: Pending Complaints (including cases recommended for closure) #s: 2016-214. Requests to expunge #'s: 109-186, 2012-066. The Committee may meet from time to time in Executive Session with respect to the above items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning business, activities or issues. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, 512/305-6901
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
May 17, 2016 – 11:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2, Room 225, Austin
Rules committee meeting agenda The Rules Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (TBCE) will consider and act on matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee which are listed on this agenda. The Committee may meet from time-to-time in executive session with respect t 7. Rules committee business 7.1 Discussion and Consideration of Rule Amendments. 7.1.1 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.6(b) (Required Fees and Charges). 7.1.2 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 72.6 (Time, Place and Scope of Examination). 7.1.3 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 78.6(a) (Required Fees and Charges). 7.1.4 Discussion and consideration of proposed Rule Review for Chapter 74 (Chiropractic Radiologic Technologists). 7.1.5 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 74.1 (Definitions). 7.1.6 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 74.2 (Registration of Chiropractic Radiologic Technologists). 7.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 7.3 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: jo.manning@tbce.texas.gov
Senate Committee on Health and Human Services
May 17, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Capitol Extension, Room E1.012, Austin
The committee will meet to receive testimony from state health officials and medical experts regarding the Zika virus, as well as evaluate the state's ability to effectively respond to challenges posed by the virus and explore what actions should be taken to prevent transmission, including mosquito control efforts. Invited testimony only. Contact: Jordan Dixon (512) 463-0360
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
May 17, 2016 – 1:00 PM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Board meeting agenda The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners (TBCE) will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the Board which are listed on this agenda. The Board may meet from time-to-time in executive session with respect to the agenda ite 1. Call to order, roll call & establishment of a quorum Call to Order, Roll Call and Establishment of a Quorum. Vote as necessary on excusing any absent Board members. 2. Approval of minutes Approval of minutes from the February 18, 2016 Board Meeting. 3. Public comments Forum for licensees, the general public or other interested stakeholders to address the Board. 4. Executive committee business 4.1 President s Report Dr. Cynthia Tays may make a brief oral report to the Board on matters of current interest, including committee assignments. 4.2 Executive Director s Report Executive Director Patricia Gilbert will introduce a representative from e-Strategy Solutions who will give a brief presentation on e-learning and online services for regulatory agencies. The executive and staff directors will present written and/or oral reports to the Board concerning matters relevant to each department. Directors will answer questions from the Board members concerning any agency operations, legislative issues and other matters of concern to the Board. 4.3 Board Member & Committee Assignments The Board will discuss appointments (if any) of future Board members and new committee chairs and rotation. Outgoing Board members Dr. Larry Montgomery, Dr. Patrick Thomas and Ms. Anne Boatright all had terms that expired in February of 2015. 5. Licensure and educational standards committee business 5.1 Request to sit for the Texas Jurisprudence Examination 5.1.1 Tamikia Prunty, New Applicant 5.1.2 Vance Cornelision, New Applicant 5.2 Request to Sit for the Texas Jurisprudence Examination and be reinstated from a Revoked Status 5.2.1 Melva D. Mitchell-Gray, Revoked Applicant 5.3 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 6. Enforcement committee business 6.1 Consideration of Accepted Agreed Orders. The Board will receive a report from the Enforcement Committee concerning Agreed Orders that have been recommended by the Enforcement Committee and accepted by the Respondents pursuant to the Chiropractic Act § 6.1.1 Case #2014-073 6.1.2 Case #2015-058 6.1.3 Case #2015-088 6.1.4 Case #2015-129 6.1.5 Case #2015-201 6.1.6 Case #2015-215 6.1.7 Case #2015-226 6.1.8 Case #2015-229 6.1.9 Case #2015-230 6.1.10 Case #2015-231 6.1.11 Case #2015-232 6.1.12 Case #2015-239 6.1.13 Case #2015-267 6.1.14 Case #2015-277 6.1.15 Case #2016-035 6.1.16 Case #2016-046 6.1.17 Case #2016-048 6.1.18 Case #2016-062 6.1.19 Case #2016-069 6.1.20 Case #2016-131 6.1.21 Case #2016-171 6.2 Consideration of Requests to Expunge Records 6.2.1 Case #0109-186 6.2.2 Case #2012-066 6.3 Consideration of Board Orders 6.3.1 Case #2015-098 6.3.2 Case #2015-105 6.3.3 Case #2015-117 6.3.4 Case #2015-149 6.3.5 Case #2015-189 6.3.6 Case #2015-199 6.3.7 Case #2015-245 6.4 Consideration of Cease and Desist Orders 6.4.1 Case #2015-090 6.4.2 Case #2015-163 6.4.3 Case #2015-191 6.4.4 Case #2015-269 6.4.5 Case #2015-270 6.4.6 Case #2016-004 6.4.7 Case #2016-005 6.4.8 Case #2016-006 6.4.9 Case #2016-022 6.4.10 Case #2016-023 6.4.11 Case #2016-024 6.4.12 Case #2016-025 6.4.13 Case #2016-036 6.4.14 Case #2016-037 6.4.15 Case #2016-082 6.4.16 Case #2016-089 6.4.17 Case #2016-100 6.4.18 Case #2016-101 6.4.19 Case #2016-129 & 2016-130 6.4.20 Case #2016-132 6.4.21 Case #2016-133 6.4.22 Case #2016-134 6.4.23 Case #2016-138 6.4.24 Case #2016-143 6.4.25 Case #2016-145 6.4.26 Case #2016-147 6.4.27 Case #2016-178 6.4.28 Case #2016-179 6.5 Consideration of Order of Revocation 6.5.1 Case #2016-214 6.6 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 7. Rules committee business 7.1 Discussion and Consideration of Rule Amendments. 7.1.1 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.6(b) (Required Fees and Charges). 7.1.2 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.8 (Complaint Procedures). 7.1.3 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 72.6 (Time, Place and Scope of Examination). 7.1.4 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 78.6(a) (Required Fees and Charges). 7.1.5 Discussion and consideration of proposed Rule Review for Chapter 74 (Chiropractic Radiologic Technologists). 7.1.6 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 74.1 (Definitions). 7.1.7 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 74.2 (Registration of Chiropractic Radiologic Technologists). 7.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues 8. Executive session 8.1 The Board may meet in Executive Session for consultation with counsel pursuant to Section 551.071, Government Code, wherein the Board and essential staff will receive a briefing from assigned Assistant Attorney General and General Counsel concerning p 8.1.1 Texas Medical Association lawsuit against the Board, including remand, concerning Diagnosis. 8.1.2 Texas Medical Association lawsuit against the Board regarding Rule 75.17 Scope allowing DCs to perform Vestibular-Ocular-Nystagmus testing and challenge to diagnosis, as well as TMA challenge to definitions of musculoskeletal system and subluxation 8.1.3 Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine lawsuit against the Board, including appeal, regarding the Board allowing certain chiropractors to perform acupuncture within scope of practice. The Board will reconvene in open session after Executive Session to vote on items considered in Executive Session as necessary. 9. Consideration of motions related to items discussed in executive session Board members will have the opportunity to offer motions related to any items discussed in Executive Session. 9.1 Consideration of Motions Related to Executive Session. 10. Miscellaneous 10.1 Call for future items for discussion and/or consideration by the Board 10.2 Future meeting dates The planned Board meeting dates for calendar year 2016 are: August 18, 2016 November 17, 2016 *Note: All planned board meeting dates after this meeting may be found on the agency s website under Calendar at: www.tbce.state.tx.us. All dates are tentative until posted in the Texas Register. The next Enforcement Committee dates, apart from the Board meetings, are scheduled for: July 12, 2016 August 17, 2016 10.3 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: jo.manning@tbce.texas.gov
Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee
May 17, 2016 – 01:00 PM
1400 N. Congress Avenue, Room: E1.004, Austin
The Oversight Committee may discuss or take action regarding any item on this agenda, and as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq., may meet in closed session concerning any and all purposes permitted by the Act. 1. Call to Order 2. CPRIT's Halfway Point Press Conference and Availability 3. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kristen Doyle, 512/463-3190
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 17, 2016 – 01:00 PM
909 West 45th St. (Health and Human Services Commission, Building II, Public Hearing Room 164), Austin
Employment First Task Force 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review of April 11, 2016, meeting summary. 3. Chair report on Employment First activities and related topics. 4. Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act presentation and discussion. 5. Discussion of education and outreach process. 6. Update from subcommittee on report writing. 7. Update from subcommittee on Senate Bill 1226 compliance and discussion of state agency progress chart. 8. Public comment 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Marc Mullins, 512/438-3641
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 17, 2016 – 06:00 PM
Houston Food Bank, 535 Portwall Street, Community Room 130ABC, Houston
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold an information session in the Houston area to provide information to families on the STAR Kids program. This information session will be held in English. A STAR Kids information session highlighting the same details will be held in Spanish on May 18, 2016. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, HHSC, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
5/18/2016
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
May 18, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2 Room 225, Austin
Enforcement Committee Meeting Agenda The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners' Enforcement Committee will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the committee which are listed in the agenda, as follows: Pending Complaints (including cases recommended for closure) #s: 2014-171, 2014-172, 2014-261, 2015-020, 2015-183, 2015-193, 2015-227, 2015-293, 2016-011, 2016-014, 2016-017, 2016-019, 2016-020, 2016-026, 2016-027, 2016-029, 2016-030, 2016-031, 2016-032, 2016-033, 2016-034, 2016-038, 2016-039, 2016-043, 2016-044, 2016-045, 2016-050, 2016-051, 2016-054, 2016-056, 2016-057, 2016-060, 2016-064, 2016-065, 2016-071, 2016-072, 2016-075, 2016-076, 2016-077, 2016-078, 2016-080, 2016-080, 2016-081, 2016-087, 2016-093, 2016-094, 2016-096, 2016-102, 2016-103, 2016-109, 2016-112, 2016-151, 2016-160, 2016-162, 2016-182. Requests to expunge #'s: NA. The Committee may meet from time to time in Executive Session with respect to the above items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning business, activities or issues. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, 512/305-6901
Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee
May 18, 2016 – 10:00 AM
1400 N. Congress Avenue, Room: E1.012, Austin
The Oversight Committee may discuss or take action regarding any item on this agenda, and as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq., may meet in closed session concerning any purposes permitted by the Act. Anyone wishing to offer public comments must notify the Chief Executive Officer in writing prior to the start of the meeting. The Committee may limit the time a member of the public may speak. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call/Excused Absences 3. Adoption of Minutes from the February 17, 2016, meeting 4. Public Comment 5. Chief Executive Officer Report – FY 2016 Proposed Grant Awards Budget and Programmatic Funding Targets 6. Chief Scientific Officer Report and Grant Award Recommendations 7. Chief Product Development Officer Report and Grant Award Recommendations 8. Chief Prevention and Communications Officer Report 9. Scientific Research and Prevention Program Committee Appointments 10. Health & Safety Code Section 102.1062 Waiver 11. Chief Operating Officer Report – State Agency Strategic Plan 2017 – 2021 – Legislative Appropriations Request for 2018 – 2019 biennium 12. Grant Management Support Services Contract 13. FY 2017 Bond Issuance Resolution 14. Chief Compliance Officer Report 15. Compliance Support Services Contract 16. Internal Auditor Report 17. Final Orders Approving Amendments to 25 T.A.C. Chapters 702 and 703 18. Personnel – Chief Executive Officer 19. Subcommittee Business 20. Compliance Investigation Pursuant to Health & Safety Code – 102.2631 21. Consultation with General Counsel 22. Future Meeting Dates and Agenda Items 23. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kristen Doyle, 512/463-3190
Department of State Health Services
May 18, 2016 – 02:00 PM
Department of State Health Services Campus, Moreton Bldg, Public Hearing Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
State Health Services Council Work Session The State Health Services Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order 1. Rules Planned for Action at a Future Council Meeting (Public comments will be taken with the rule discussion for the following rules.) a. Repeal of rules and new rules concerning the regulation of chemical dependency treatment facilities b. Repeal of rules and new rules concerning current good manufacturing practice and good warehousing practice in manufacturing, packing, or holding human food c. Repeal of rules and new rules concerning Texas Asbestos Health Protection 2. Rules Scheduled for Action by Council on May 19, 2016 (Public comments will be taken with each rule discussion for the following rules.) a. A new rule, amendments to rules, and repeal of a rule concerning Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provider licensing b. New rules, amendments to rules, and repeal of rules concerning occupational licensing for military service members, military veterans, and military spouses and new rules concerning the authority of chemical dependency counselors regarding child custody evaluations c. Amendments to rules concerning local mental health authority responsibilities d. Amendment to a rule concerning health authorities e. Amendment to a rule concerning the Texas HIV Medication Advisory Committee f. Repeal of rules concerning the care of animals by circuses, carnivals, and zoos g. Amendments to rules concerning the caging requirements and registration for dangerous wild animals h. Amendment to a rule concerning reptile-associated salmonellosis 3. General Public Comment Adjourn The Council accepts public testimony at meetings. Persons wishing to address the Council must complete a registration form at the reception desk before the start of the meeting. The Council observes a three-minute time limit per speaker on public comments. Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the Chair. Additional Information Contact: Carolyn Bivens, 512/776-2370
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 18, 2016 – 06:00 PM
Houston Food Bank, 535 Portwall Street, Community Room 130ABC, Houston
STAR Kids – Client Information Session – In Spanish. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold an information session in the Houston area to provide information to families on the STAR Kids program. This information session will be held in Spanish. A STAR Kids information session highlighting the same details will be held in English on May 17, 2016. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, HHSC, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
5/19/2016
Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee
May 19, 2016 – 08:30 AM
1501 N. Congress Ave. REJ Conference Center, Central Room, Austin
The Oversight Committee may discuss or take action regarding any item on this agenda, and as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq., may meet in closed session concerning any purposes permitted by the Act. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call/Excused Absences 3. Work Session Overview 4. Strategic Planning 5. Program Priorities and Program Budgeting 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kristen Doyle, 512/463-3190
Department of State Health Services
May 19, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Department of State Health Services Campus, Moreton Bldg, Public Hearing Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
State Health Services Council The State Health Services Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order 1. Approval of February 24-25, 2016 Minutes* 2. Commissioner's Report regarding Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Family and Community Health Services, Disease Control and Prevention Services, Regulatory Services, Regional and Local Health Services, Chief Operating Office, Chief Financial Office, health and human services transition, Zika virus, Infectious Disease Task Force, hurricane preparedness, public health action plan, state hospital planning, Rusk State Hospital, interim legislative committees, legislative appropriations request, and staff and program changes and recognitions 3. Consent Agenda – Recommend to the Health and Human Services Commission the proposal of the following rule actions for public comment* a. A new rule, amendments to rules, and repeal of a rule concerning Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provider licensing b. New rules, amendments to rules, and repeal of rules concerning occupational licensing for military service members, military veterans, and military spouses and new rules concerning the authority of chemical dependency counselors regarding child custody evaluations c. Amendments to rules concerning local mental health authority responsibilities d. Amendment to a rule concerning health authorities e. Amendment to a rule concerning the Texas HIV Medication Advisory Committee f. Repeal of rules concerning the care of animals by circuses, carnivals, and zoos g. Amendments to rules concerning the caging requirements and registration for dangerous wild animals h. Amendment to a rule concerning reptile-associated salmonellosis 4. General Public Comment Adjourn *Denotes action items. The Council accepts public testimony at meetings. Persons wishing to address the Council must complete a registration form at the reception desk before the start of the meeting. The Council observes a three-minute time limit per speaker on public comments. Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the Chair. Additional Information Contact: Carolyn Bivens, 512/776-2370
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II
May 19, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E1.030, Austin
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II will meet to hear invited testimony only on the cost reporting process for long term care programs. Contact: Kyler Arnold (512) 463-1091
House Committee on Public Health
May 19, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.012, Austin
The committee will meet to consider the following interim charge: Review programs focused on improving birth outcomes including evaluating the effectiveness and identifying any cost avoidance associated with them. Study barriers pregnant women face enrolling in services and receiving regular prenatal care. Identify factors, including substance abuse, associated with preterm birth and review services available for mothers postpartum. Contact: Craig Holzheauser (512) 463-0806
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
May 19, 2016 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-400A, Austin
Agenda A.Consideration of Show Cause Order Pursuant to Section 568.0036 of the Texas Pharmacy Act of: Registration #105847 of Veronica Molina A.1 Executive Session Concerning Show Cause Order Pursuant to Section 568.0036 of the Texas Pharmacy Act of the above-listed registrant B. Consideration of Temporary Suspension of: Registration #105847 of Veronica Molina B.1 Executive Session Concerning Temporary Suspension of the above-listed registrant. Additional Information Contact: Ann Driscoll, 512/305-8048
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
May 19, 2016 – 02:00 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-400A, Austin
Agenda A.Consideration of Show Cause Order Pursuant to Section 565.052 of the Texas Pharmacy Act of: Pharmacist License #44462 of Anna Jean Kalani A.1Executive Session Concerning Show Cause Order Pursuant to Section 565.052 of the Texas Pharmacy Act of the above-listed licensee B.Consideration of Temporary Suspension of: Pharmacist License #44462 of Anna Jean Kalani B.1Executive Session Concerning Temporary Suspension of the above-listed licensee. Additional Information Contact: Ann Driscoll, 512/305-8048
5/20/2016
Executive Council of Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy Examiners
May 20, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Ste. 2-500, Austin
I. Call to order. II. Public comment. III. Approval of minutes of March 4, 2016 Executive Council meeting. IV. Discussion and possible action on Executive Director's Report concerning fiscal and budgetary matters, performance measures, ongoing projects, agency personnel matters, status of Sunset review of the agency and boards, and other agency business. V. Discussion and possible action on adopting the proposed rule review of the following chapter of the Council Rules as required by s2001.039 of the Government Code: Chapter 651, Fees. VI. Review and possible action on rule amendments proposed by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners as follows: None. VII. Review and possible action on a rule amendment proposed by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners as follows: s322.1. Provision of Services regarding (d) Reevaluation. VIII. Presiding Officer's Report. IX. Discussion and possible action on scheduling future Executive Council meeting dates, and items for future consideration. X. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Randy Glines, 512/305-6900
Department of State Health Services
May 20, 2016 – 08:30 AM
Austin-Health and Human Services Commission, MHMR Center, Conference Room 164, 909 W. 45th Street, Austin
Texas Radiation Advisory Board Topic Research Committee will convene as posted to hear, consider, discuss and take formal action, as applicable and necessary, on the following agenda items: 1. Call to Order 2. Introduction of members and guests 3. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the February 5, 2016 TRAB Topic Research Committee meeting 4. Continuing Business A. Update on rulemaking priorities (Flynn, DSHS) B. Decide on any action needed by the TRAB for dispelling radiation hysteria (Hageman) 5. New Business: A. Enforcement of Radiation Control Regulations by Police Officers (Free/Hageman) B. Identify any additional topics that need further research to be addressed by the TRAB C. Identify topics to recommend for further discussion and/or to be addressed at future meetings of the Medical Committee, Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium, and Waste (INUW) Committee, or full Board 6. Public Comments 7. Summarize Committee meeting and recommendations for Committee Report and proposed action items for TRAB and for future agenda items for TRAB, the Medical Committee, or INUW Committees 8. Identification of Agenda Items for next or future Topic Research Committee Meeting 9. Adjourn At the discretion of the Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Ian Hamilton, ihamilton@sw.org
Department of State Health Services
May 20, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Austin-Health and Human Services Commission, MHMR Center, Conference Room 240, 909 W. 45th Street, Austin
Texas Radiation Advisory Board Medical Committee will convene as posted to hear, consider, discuss and take formal action, as applicable and necessary, on the following agenda items: 1. Call to Order 2. Introduction of members and guests 3. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the February 5, 2016 TRAB Medical Committee meeting 4. Continuing Business: A. Follow up on the letter, drafted by Bob Emery, and sent to Dr. Hellerstedt, DSHS Commissioner, explaining TRAB's concern on the suspension of training requirements for Fluoroscopic guided imaging, was approved by the full TRAB at the April 12 teleconference. (Flynn/McLarty – DSHS) B. Progress on issue of Medical Physicist's certification under the Texas Medical Board C. Update the State's survey on Dermatology ELS (Electronically Generated Low Energy Sources for Skin Irradiation Therapy), regarding what instruments are used, what training is provided (Bruedigan – DSHS) D. Update on iodine-131 patient release "best practices" 5. New Business A. None 6. Public Comments 7. Summarize Committee meeting and recommendations for Committee Report and proposed action items for TRAB. 8. Identification of Agenda Items for next Medical Committee Meeting 9. Adjourn At the discretion of the Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Darlene Metter, metter@uthscsa.edu
Texas Medical Board
May 20, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Suite 400A, Austin
Texas Physician Health Program Agenda item numbers are assigned for ease of reference only and do not necessarily reflect the order of their consideration by the Board. Call to Order; Roll Call; Welcome Agenda Item 1 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding February 19, 2016 Board meeting minutes. Agenda Item 2 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding case advisory panels, case reviews, proposed agreement terminations and modifications. Agenda Item 3 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding program operations. a) Report on program enrollment to date, program performance, program operations, and program policies b) Legislative/Sunset Advisory Commission Update c) Outreach Update d) Budget update e) Personnel Update f) Legal Update Agenda Item 4 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding TXPHP/TMB Referral Process. Agenda Item 5 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding the TXPHP Advisory Committee processes, activities, and membership. Agenda Item 6 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding scheduling, procedures and upcoming Board meetings, member rotation, and possible agenda topics. Agenda Item 7 Open forum for public comments. Agenda Item 8 Adjourn. Executive Session The Board may close the meeting to the public and continue in executive session for the following reasons: a. Private consultation and advice of legal counsel concerning pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client privilege under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code b. Deliberations concerning the appointment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.074, Government Code. While in executive session, the Board will not take any action, make any decision, or vote with regard to any matter that may be considered or discussed. A certified agenda of any executive session will be made. Additional Information Contact: Joan Howard Allen, 512/305-7462
Department of State Health Services
May 20, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Austin-Health and Human Services Commission, MHMR Center, Conference Room 164, 909 W. 45th Street, Austin
Texas Radiation Advisory Board Meeting (TRAB) Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium and Waste Committee TRAB's Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium and Waste (INUW) Committee will convene as posted to hear, consider, discuss and take formal action, as applicable and necessary, on the following agenda items: 1. Call to Order 2. Introduction of members and guests 3. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the February 5, 2016 TRAB Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium and Waste Committee meeting 4. Continuing Business: A. Update and discussion on the Texas Low Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Facility (Maguire, TCEQ) B. Update on Interim Storage of Spent Fuel activities (Maguire, TCEQ) C. Update on Acquisition of WCS by Energy Solutions. 5. New Business A. None 6. Public Comments 7. Summarize Committee meeting and recommendations for Committee Report and proposed action items for TRAB 8. Identification of Future Meeting Topics for this Committee 9. Adjourn At the discretion of the Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Mitch Lucas, mlucas0217@gmail.com
Department of State Health Services
May 20, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, DSHS Central Office, Moreton Building, Conference Room M-100, 1100 W 49th St, Austin
Promotor(a) or Community Health Worker (CHW) Training and Certification Advisory Committee Please check in with Security – someone will escort you to the Conference Room. Members of the public may attend the meeting in person at the address above or access the meeting through conference call and webinar. Register for the webinar at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4038324063313150211 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the webinar. Welcome and introductions. Approval of minutes (March 11, 2016). *Action Item Public comment. Open Government: Information for Advisory Committee Members. CHW Spotlight – CHW Grand Rounds. CHWs in Medicaid Managed Care: Survey Results. Guest Instructor Procedure Pilot: Information/Feedback and Continuation Discussion. *Action Item Advisory Committee Workgroups Updates. Committee Business *Action Item – Review and recommend to DSHS applications for certification of training institutions. Program Update. Committee Member Sharing: Why did I become a CHW, CHWI, or Training Program New business for consideration at next meeting. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Beatrice Smith, 512/776-2208
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 20, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
Advisory Committee on Qualifications for Health Care Translators and Interpreters 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2016, meeting (Vote required). 3. Discussion on disseminating information on the committee recommendations to the Executive Commissioner about qualifications for health care translators and interpreters. 4. Develop tracking plan for dissemination of information on the committee recommendations. 5. Review of draft poster and flyer for committee recommendations. 6. Report on annual meeting of National Council on Interpreting in Health Care. 7. Public comment 8. Discuss goals, work plan, and schedule for committee for 2016. 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Paula Traffas, 512/438-2944
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 20, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Health and Human Services Commission Council 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of the November 20, 2015 Council Meeting minutes 3. Executive Commissioner's Status Report: 1115 Waiver Update 4. Information Presentation: Transformation 5. Information Items Related to Rules* a. Regarding Managed Care Organization Audits: The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes new Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353, Subchapter A, s353.6, concerning Audit of Managed Care Organizations and new Chapter 371, Subchapter B, s371.37, concerning Audit of Managed Care Organizations. b. Regarding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Disqualifications Due to Criminal Activity: HHSC proposes to amend s372.501, concerning Disqualifications Due to Criminal Activity. c. Regarding DSRIP Transition Year – June: HHSC proposes Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 354, Subchapter D, new Division 5, concerning Actions in Preparation for Extension of the DSRIP Program, and new sections '354.1641 – 354.1649 within the new division. 6. Action Items Related to Rules* a. Regarding DSRIP Program Transition Year – September: HHSC proposes Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 354, Subchapter D, new Division 6, concerning DSRIP Program Transition Year, and new sections '354.1661, 354.1663, 354.1665, 354.1667, 354.1669, 354.1671, 354.1673, and 354.1675 within the new division. HHSC also proposes to amend Chapter 354, Subchapter D, Division 3, section s354.1624, concerning Independent Assessment of DSRIP Projects. b. Regarding DME Physician Signature: HHSC proposes amendments to Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 354, Subchapter A, Division 25, s354.1342, Conditions for Participation. c. Regarding STAR Kids, STAR+PLUS, STAR Health, and Home and Community-Based Services: HHSC proposes amendments to Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353 (relating to Medicaid Managed Care): Subchapter A (relating to General Provisions), s353.2, concerning Definitions; Subchapter G (relating to STAR+PLUS), s353.603; and Subchapter H (relating to STAR Health), concerning Member Participation; s353.701, concerning General Provisions; and s353.702, concerning Member Participation. HHSC proposes new Subchapter M, concerning Home and Community Based Services in Managed Care, including new '353.901, 903, and 905. HHSC also proposes new Subchapter N, concerning STAR Kids, including new '353.1201 to 353.1209. d. Regarding Eligibility and Related Rules for Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities: HHSC proposes amendments to Title 1 Chapter 358, Subchapter C, Division 6, s358.431, concerning Definitions. e. Regarding Financial Eligibility Exclusions for Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities: HHSC proposes new s358.357, concerning Achieving a Better Life Experience Program; s358.358, concerning School-Based Savings Program; s358.389, concerning Achieving a Better Life Experience Program; and s358.390, concerning School-Based Savings Program. f. Regarding Financial Eligibility Exclusions for Medicare Savings Programs: HHSC proposes to amend s359.103, concerning the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program and s359.109, concerning the Qualified Disabled and Working Individual Program. g. Regarding Financial Eligibility Exclusions for Medicaid Buy-In Programs: HHSC proposes amendments to s360.113, concerning Resources. h. Regarding Financial Eligibility Exclusions for the Medicaid Buy-In for Children Program: HHSC proposes amendments to s361.111, concerning Income. i. Regarding Eligibility Rules for Medicaid programs: HHSC proposes amendments to s366.319, concerning Child Support and Medical Support; s366.703 and s366.707, concerning Medicaid for Parents and Caretaker Relatives; s366.821 and s366.847, concerning Medically Needy Program; and s366.1107, concerning Determination of Household Composition. j. Regarding Eligibility Rules for the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP): HHSC proposes amendments to 1 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 370 concerning the State Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) to align the rules with federal law and current HHSC policy and processes. k. Regarding Eligibility and Related Rules for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): HHSC proposes amendments to 1 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) s372.354, concerning Treatment of Resources in TANF; s372.355, concerning Treatment of Resources in SNAP; s372.404, concerning Countable and Excluded Income in TANF; s372.406, concerning Countable and Excluded Income in SNAP; s372.802, concerning One-Time TANF Eligibility Requirements; s372.1153, concerning Personal Responsibility Agreement Requirements; and s372.1154, concerning Cooperating with Personal Responsibility Agreement Requirements. 7. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. The HHSC Council will only take actions on items listed on the agenda. Additional Information Contact: 512/487-3300
Texas Board of Orthotics and Prosthetics
May 20, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Room N-102, Austin
Enforcement Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order – Introduction of Members, Guests, and Staff. 2. Discussion and Possible Action Concerning Board Members who are Inexcusably Absent from Regularly Scheduled Board Meetings, as defined under Texas Occupations Code, Section 605.057(a)(5). 3. Review and Approve February 19, 2016, Committee Minutes. 4. Review, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Complaint #1070-14-0001. 5. Review, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Complaint #1070-14-0004. 6. Review, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Complaint #1070-15-0008. 7. Staff Report Concerning Update on Open Cases, to include Tabled Cases. 8. Discussion and Possible Action Concerning Closed Cases. 9. Set Next Meeting Date. 10. Propose Agenda Items. 11. Public Comment. 12. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Yvonne Feinleib, 512/834-4521
Department of State Health Services
May 20, 2016 – 10:30 AM
Austin-Health and Human Services Commission, MHMR Center, Conference Room 164, 909 W. 45th Street, Austin
Texas Radiation Advisory Board Meeting (TRAB) The Board will convene as posted to hear, consider, discuss and take formal action, as applicable and necessary, on the following agenda items, as time allows: 1. Call to order 2. Introduction of members and guests 3. Approval of minutes A. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the February 5, 2016 meeting B. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the April 12, 2016 teleconference meeting 4. Committee Reports and Recommendations A. Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium and Waste Committee B. Medical Committee C. Topic Research Committee 5. Program Reports A. Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) B. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) C. Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) D. Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact Commission (TLLRWDCC) E. U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission – DeAnn Walker, State Liaison Officer 6. Routine and Continuing Business: A. Review of the requirements for the TRAB regarding the Open Meeting Act and the maximum number of Committee members B. Status of updating the Laser Safety regulations to the latest American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Standards (Flynn, DSHS) 7. New Business A. Updates on the changes to the DSHS Radiation Control Program organization B. Approval of the Fiscal Year 2015 TRAB Annual Report to the Commissioner 8. Public Comments 9. Identification of Agenda Items and/or topics for next or future TRAB or TRAB Committee Meetings 10. Adjourn At the discretion of the Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. Additional Information Contact: John Hageman, jph@swri.org
Texas Board of Orthotics and Prosthetics
May 20, 2016 – 11:00 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Room N-102, Austin
Licensing and Accreditation Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order – Introduction of Members, Guests, and Staff. 2. Discussion and Possible Action Concerning Board Members who are Inexcusably Absent from Regularly Scheduled Board Meetings, as defined under Texas Occupations Code, Section 605.057(a)(5). 3. Review and Approve February 19, 2016, Committee Minutes. 4. Review, Discussion, and Possible Action to Approve or Disapprove the Following Pending Student Applications: AA (Orthotics and Prosthetics) LA (Orthotics and Prosthetics) CB (Orthotics and Prosthetics) AB (Orthotics and Prosthetics) CD (Orthotics) MLCC (Orthotics and Prosthetics) AD (Orthotics and Prosthetics) TD (Orthotics and Prosthetics) IG (Orthotics and Prosthetics) MH (Orthotics and Prosthetics) JK (Orthotics and Prosthetics) KK (Orthotics and Prosthetics) MP (Orthotics and Prosthetics) ZP (Orthotics and Prosthetics) KP (Orthotics and Prosthetics) KR (Orthotics and Prosthetics) BR (Orthotics and Prosthetics) MR (Orthotics and Prosthetics) NS (Orthotics) BS (Orthotics and Prosthetics) TS (Orthotics and Prosthetics) CS (Orthotics and Prosthetics) AT (Orthotics and Prosthetics) NV (Orthotics and Prosthetics) 5. Review, Discussion, and Possible Action to Approve or Disapprove the Following Pending Practitioner Applications: RB (Prosthetics) AF (Prosthetics) DT (Orthotics and Prosthetics) JW (Prosthetics) 6. Review, Discussion, and Possible Action to Approve or Disapprove the Following Pending Unique Qualifications Applications: HC (Orthotics and Prosthetics) 7. Review, Discussion, and Possible Action to Approve or Disapprove the Following Facility Accreditation Applications: CPO-A (Orthotics and Prosthetics) CFPAO-SA (Orthotics and Prosthetics) CCHH-FW (Orthotics and Prosthetics) GBL-H (Orthotics and Prosthetics) HC-T (Orthotics and Prosthetics) HCSPN-CP (Orthotics and Prosthetics) IP-H (Prosthetics) POPSS-H (Orthotics and Prosthetics) RP-CC (Orthotics and Prosthetics) RPCS-B (Orthotics and Prosthetics) PFW-FW Orthotics and Prosthetics) 8. Set Next Meeting Date. 9. Propose Agenda Items. 10. Public Comment. 11. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Yvonne Feinleib, 512/834-4521
Texas Board of Orthotics and Prosthetics
May 20, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Exchange Building,8407 Wall Street, Room N-102, Austin
The Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order – Introduction of Members, Guests, and Staff 2. Discussion and Possible Action Concerning Board Members who are Inexcusably Absent from Regularly Scheduled Board Meetings, as defined under Texas Occupations Code Section 605.057(a)(5) 3. Review and Approve the February 19, 2016, Board Meeting Minutes 4. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Reports from the Board Committees: a. Licensing and Accreditation Committee – report from May 20, 2016 -Number of Applications Reviewed -Number of Applications Approved -Number of Applications Denied -Number of Applications Tabled b. Enforcement Committee – report from May 20, 2016 -Number of Cases Reviewed -Disciplinary Action Recommended -Number of Cases Closed -Number of Cases Tabled -Staff Report Concerning Update on Open Cases, to include Tabled Cases -Discussion and Possible Action Concerning Closed Cases 5. Discussion and possible action on Case # 1070-15-0001, Case #1070-14-0016, Case #1070-14-0017, Case #1070-14-0018, Case #1070-14-0025, Case #1070-14-0026, Case #1070-14-0027, and Case #1070-14-32 6. Executive Session, Discussion, and Possible Action on Staff Attorney's Report Regarding All Pending Hearings at the State Office of Administrative Hearings including: Case #s 1070-11-0034, 1070-11-0035, & 1070-13-0027; and Case #1070-13-0029 7. Update on Transition Activities to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) with Respect to the Provisions of Senate Bill 202. 8. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Status of the Department of State Health Services (DSHS and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Transition Plan. 9. Presiding Officer's Report on Current Challenges and Accomplishments; Interaction with Stakeholders, State Officials, and Staff; Committee Appointments and Functions; Workload of Board Members; and General Information Regarding the Routine Functioning of the Board. 10. Executive Director's Report on Program Operations; Customer Service Accomplishments, Inquiries, and Challenges; Current and/or Historical Licensee Statistics; Media, Legislative, and Stakeholder Contacts and Concerns; Workload Processing; Special Projects Assigned to Executive Director; General Information Regarding the Routine Functioning of the Licensure Program; and Executive Director's Report Concerning Update on Open, Tabled, and Closed Cases as well as Disciplinary Action Log and Tool. 11. Professional Licensing and Certification Unit Management Report on Unit Organization and Staffing; Program Costs and Revenue; Current Operational Initiatives; Customer Service Accomplishments and Challenges; Workload Processing and Statistical Information; Status of Rulemaking within the Unit; Legislative and Media Contacts and Tracking; General Information on Functioning of the Unit. 12. Set Next Meeting Dates. 13. Propose Agenda Items. 14. Public Comment. 15. Adjournment. Action may be taken on any of the above items. The Board reserves the right to go into executive session as authorized by the Government Code. Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the chair. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board/committee's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item if it exists. The Chair may establish and announce limitations on speakers, including time limits and when speakers may address the Board/Committee. The limitations, if any, may vary from meeting to meeting. Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a concealed handgun. Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a handgun that is carried openly. Additional Information Contact: Yvonne Feinleib, 512/834-4521
5/25/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 25, 2016 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Women's Health Advisory 1. Call to order 2. Adoption of minutes from the February 29, 2016, meeting. 3. Presentation from the Women's Health Service Division regarding women's health updates. 4. Presentation by the Medicaid Vendor Drug Program. 5. Public comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/776-6661
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 25, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Brown-Heatly Building , Public Hearing Room , 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Health and Human Services Commission Legislative Appropriations Request. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Department of State Health Services, Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services, Department of Aging and Disability Services and Department of Family and Protective Services will conduct a public hearing to receive stakeholder input on program funding requests for the fiscal year 2018-2019 Legislative Appropriations Request. 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Public Comment 3. Adjourn Written Comments. Written comments will be taken until 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 19, 2016. Comments may be submitted to hhscexternalrelations@ hhsc.state.tx.us using the form provided at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/input-form-enable.pdf. Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to the External Relations Division, HHSC, 512-487-3300 or hhscexternalrelations@hhsc.state.tx.us.
6/1/2016
House Committee on Insurance
June 1, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.036, Austin
The committee will meet to hear testimony on the following charge: Examine the effectiveness of previous legislative efforts to encourage transparency and adequacy of health care networks, and of legislation to protect consumers from the negative impacts of disputes over out-of-network services. Study whether enhancements in transparency or regulation are necessary. Contact: Jesse Sifuentez (512) 463-0788
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