The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between September 3 and September 23.
 
9/6/2016
 
Department of State Health Services
September 6, 2016 – 10:30 AM
Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Moreton Bldg, Rm M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
 
Centers of Excellence for Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy Sub-Committee The Centers of Excellence for Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy is a Sub-Committee of the Perinatal Advisory Council. Call to Order/Roll Call – Dr. Frank Cho, Chair Welcome and introduction of new members to the Sub-Committee – Dr. Frank Cho, Chair DSHS update report – Jane Guerrero, DSHS Texas Open Meetings and Public Information Act training requirements for new committee members – Jane Guerrero, DSHS Discussion and possible action on the following items: – Sub-Committee Members 1. Review House Bill (HB) 2131 of the 84th Texas Legislative Session, Regular Session and the legislative charges, relating to the designation of centers of excellence to achieve healthy fetal outcomes in this state. 2. Review Perinatal Advisory Council (PAC) synopsis on HB 2131. 3. Creation of and assignment of members to work group(s) to draft recommendations to advise the advisory council and the department on the development of rules, specifically regarding the criteria necessary for a health care entity or program in this state to receive a designation under Chapter 32, Subchapter D of the Texas Health and Safety Code. 4. Review available literature and references from The North American Fetal Therapy Network. 5. Creation of and assignment of members to work group(s) to acquire additional literature and references for consideration by the sub-committee. General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Review and list agenda items for next meeting – Dr. Frank Cho, Chair Set date and time for future meetings – Dr. Frank Cho, Chair Adjournment – Dr. Frank Cho, Chair. Additional Information Contact: Indra Hernandez, 512/834-6669
 
9/9/2016
 
Department of State Health Services
September 9, 2016 – 10:00 AM
DSHS Central Campus, Lobby/Lecture Hall K-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
 
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Office of EMS/Trauma Systems Coordination Call to Order Introductions 1. Overview of the purpose and function of this public hearing. 2. Receive public comment on the proposed new rules, as published in the Texas Register on August 12, 2016, relating to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, Sections 157.2, 157.3, 157.5, 157.11, 157.12, 157.13, 157.14, 157.16, 157.32, 157.33, 157.34, 157.36, 157.38, 157.43, and 157.44. Comment time maybe limited at discretion of DSHS. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/458-7111
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 9, 2016 – 10:00 AM
2222 Welborn St., Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Maple Conference A/B Room, Dallas
 
Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities Executive Committee 1. Call to order: Roll call of members/establish quorum 2. Greetings and introductions: Richard Garnett, Ph.D.* 3. Approval of minutes from May 4, 2016 (Vote Required) 4. Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities (T.O.P.D.D.) Program updates* 5. T.O.P.D.D. Child Safety and Injury Prevention Task Force Report: Ashley Givens* 6. T.O.P.D.D. Activities report: Janet Sharkis, Executive Director, T.O.P.D.D.* 7. Scheduling of next meeting 8. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Angela Morales, 512/380-4332
 
9/12/2016
 
Department of State Health Services
September 12, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Tower Building, Room T-607, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
 
Texas School Health Advisory Committee (TSHAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following Agenda: 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Approve minutes of the May 9, 2016 TSHAC meeting. 3. Discussion of TSHAC members' roles and responsibilities. 4. Discussion and possible action regarding research and recommendations promoting positive school climates to improve student outcomes. 5. Discussion and possible action regarding research and recommendations on health issues and parent involvement. 6. Updates from the Texas Education Agency, Texas Department of Agriculture, and Texas Department of State Health Services. 7. Discussion and possible action regarding recommendations on sleep and late school starts. 8. Update from the Texas Education Agency regarding Fitnessgram. 9. Discussion and possible action regarding new Coordinated School Health data websites and Agenda topics for local school health advisory committee meetings. 10. Discussion and possible action regarding the next TSHAC meeting on November 14, 2016, including Agenda topics and future TSHAC meeting dates. 11. Public comment. 12. Adjournment.. Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the Presiding Officer. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Committee's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment Agenda item. The Presiding Chair may establish and announce limitations on speakers, including time limits and when speakers may address the Committee. The limitations, if any, may vary from meeting to meeting. Additional Information Contact: Crystal Beard, 512/776-7111
 
State Board of Dental Examiners
September 12, 2016 – 12:30 PM
333 Guadalupe, Austin
 
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Anesthesia Committee meeting 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. September 12, 2016 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 3, Room 100 Austin, Texas 78701 Agenda I. Call to order. II. Roll call of committee members. III. Discussion: a. Review of Chapter 110 b. Modifications of Chapter 110 c. New Rules IV. Written Emergency Plans for Anesthesia Permit Holders V. Anesthesia Inspections/Evaluations VI. Other VII. Public comments VIII. Adjourn *The member of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners presiding over the meeting noticed herein will be physically present at the meeting location. Other members of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners may participate in the meeting through videoconferencing technology, pursuant to Section 551.127(c) of the Texas Government Code, and other applicable laws. Additional Information Contact: Amanda LaFuente, 512/305-9332
 
9/13/2016
 
Senate Committee on Health and Human Services
September 13, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Texas Capitol, Senate Chamber, Austin
 
The committee will meet to consider the following interim charges: Monitor the implementation of legislation and riders related to health and human services that were considered by the 84th Legislature, Regular Session and make recommendations for any legislation needed to improve, enhance, and/or complete implementation, including but not limited to: The impact of changes made by the Department of Family and Protective Services, Child Protective Services on child safety, workforce retention, prevention, and permanency; Initiatives to reduce Medicaid fraud, waste and abuse, and other cost containment strategies, including examining the processes and procedures used by managed care organizations to address Medicaid fraud, waste and abuse; and The consolidation and expansion of women's health programs at the Health and Human Services Commission. Study the impact of the Section 1115 Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Program Waiver on improving health outcomes, reducing costs, and providing access to health care for the uninsured, and monitor the renewal process of the waiver. Explore other mechanisms and make recommendations to control costs and increase quality and efficiency in the Medicaid program, including the pursuit of a block grant or a Section 1332 Medicaid State Innovation Waiver for the existing Medicaid program. Contact: Jordan Dixon (512) 463-0360
 
Department of Aging and Disability Services
September 13, 2016 – 09:00 AM
701 West 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Rm, Austin
 
Long-term Care Facility Survey and Informal Dispute Resolution Council (S.B. 914) 1. Welcome and Introductions (roll call) 2. Review and Approval of May 10, 2016 Minutes 3. Public Comment 4. Overview of Subcommittees and Preliminary Recommendation Language 5. Break 6. Work on Preliminary Recommendations to the Legislature to include in Report 7. Lunch 8. Work on Recommendations to State Agencies to include in Report 9. Break 10. Drafting of Report: Responsibilities and Assignments for Next Meeting 11. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-3011
 
9/14/2016
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 14, 2016 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room, Austin
 
STAR Kids Managed Care Advisory Committee Texas Penal Code Section 46.035(c) states: "A license holder commits an offense if the license holder intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries a handgun under the authority of Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Texas Government Code, regardless of whether the handgun is concealed or carried in a shoulder or belt holster, in the room or rooms where a meeting of a governmental entity is held and if the meeting is an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Government Code, and the entity provided notice as required by that chapter." Please Note that this governmental meeting is, in the opinion of counsel representing the Health and Human Services Commission, an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the Health and Human Services Commission is providing notice of this meeting as required by Chapter 551. In addition, please note that the written communication required by Texas Penal Code Sections 30.06 and 30.07, prohibiting both concealed and open carry of handguns by Texas Government Code Chapter 411 licensees, will be posted at the entrances to this governmental meeting. 1. Welcome and opening remarks a. Member introductions b. Adopt meeting minutes from June 15, 2016 2. STAR Kids readiness reviews–HHSC staff 3. STAR Kids enrollment update–Brian Dees 4. Stakeholder engagement and outreach–Brian Dees 5. STAR Kids Screening and Assessment Instrument update–Brian Dees, Dr. Darcy McMaughan, and Dr. Jennifer Ozmetin 6. Meeting dates for 2017–Brian Dees 7. Committee member discussion 8. Public comment 9. Adjourn Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Brian Dees, Senior Policy Advisor, Health and Human Services Commission, Medicaid/CHIP Services Department, 512-462-6266, brian.dees@hhsc.state.tx.us. People who wish to submit written testimony for public comment may do so by hard copy or electronically. The address for hard copy submission by mail, courier, or hand delivery is Brian Dees, Medicaid/CHIP Services Department, Policy Development, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., MC-H310, Austin, TX 78751. The address for electronic submission is STARKids@hhsc.state.tx.us. This meeting is open to the public. No reservations are required, and there is no cost to attend this meeting. Additional Information Contact: 512/462-6266
 
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
September 14, 2016 – 10:00 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane Lonestar Room, Austin
 
Minority Health Research and Education Grant Program (MHGP) MHGP Grantees meeting agenda 1. Introductions 2. Presentations of MHGP Projects 3. Working Lunch 4. Discussion of Potential Challenges and Strategies 5. Review of Grant Requirements and Restrictions 6. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Fu-An Lin, 512/427-6211
 
9/15/2016
 
Senate Finance Committee
September 15, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E1.026, Austin
 
The committee will meet to hear invited and public testimony on the following interim charge: Monitor the implementation of legislation addressed by the Senate Finance Committee during the 84th Legislature, Regular Session and make recommendations for any legislation needed to improve, enhance, and/or complete implementation. Specifically, monitor the following: 1. Tax relief provided to property owners; 2. The gradual phase out of the franchise tax; 3. Support for and the enhancement of graduate medical education; 4. Efforts of the Department of Information Resources (DIR)to modernize the technology of state agencies; 5. The implementation of required changes to state agency contracting, purchasing, and accounting procedures; and6. Monitor the implementation of Health and Human Services Commission Rider 50. Contact: Stephanie Hoover (512) 463-0370
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 15, 2016 – 02:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Rooms, Austin
 
Texas Council on Consumer Direction 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Discuss draft of bylaws* 3. Presentation on Consumer Direction Services Utilization* 4. Discuss and prioritize goals of the Council* 5. Discuss future meeting dates, agenda, and Action Items 6. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this item. Additional Information Contact: Suzanna Carter, 512/730-7423
 
9/16/2016
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 16, 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 July 15, 2016, meeting (Vote required) 3. Discuss dissemination of information on the committee report about qualifications for health care translators and interpreters 4. Develop tracking plan for dissemination of information on the committee report and recommendations 5. Finalize committee report for 2016 (Vote required) 6. Finalize Gold Standard card (Vote required) 7. Develop procedure for obtaining the Gold Standard award 8. Discuss request to publicize mental health website on advisory committee website 9. Public comment 10. Discuss committee goals and work plan through the end of 2016 11. Adjourn.  Additional Information Contact: Traffas, 512/438-2944
 
9/20/2016
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 20, 2016 – 10:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room), Austin
 
Perinatal Advisory Council 1. Call to order 2. Roll call 3. Approval of the minutes (Meeting May 2, 2016) 4. Perinatal Advisory Council report on determinations and recommendations regarding neonatal and maternal care* 5. Update from Subcommittee on Center of Excellence for Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy* 6. Updates from Department of State Health Services* 7. Discussion on Maternal Levels of Care* 8. Lunch 9. Continue discussion on Maternal Levels of Care* 10. Public comment 11. Announce dates, times, and locations of upcoming meetings in 2016 12. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: David Williams, 512/380-4374
 
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