Leaders in Health and Human Services Reporting
Texas Diabetes Council addresses issues affecting people with diabetes in Texas and advises the Texas Legislature on legislation that is needed to develop and maintain a statewide system of quality education…
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The Senate Finance Committee met Monday, July 11 2022 at 10:00am to hear invited and public testimony on the following interim charge: Federal Funds: Report on the state use of…
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Newborn Screening Advisory Committee advises the Department of State Health Services regarding strategic planning, policy, rules, and services related to newborn screening. 1. Welcome, introductions, and logistical announcements . The…
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Texas Council on Consumer Direction advises on the development, implementation, expansion, and delivery of services through consumer direction, in all programs offering long-term services and supports that enhance a consumer’s ability…
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STAR Kids Managed Care Advisory Committee advises on the establishment and implementation of the STAR Kids Medicaid managed care program which provide services for children with disabilities who have Medicaid coverage…
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The Senate Finance Committee met Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 10:00am to hear invited and public testimony on the following interim charges: Long-term Care Funding: Examine state investments in the…
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1. Welcome, call to order, and roll call. The meeting was convened by Leah Rummel, Chair. A quorum was present. 2. Consideration of April 5, 2022, IDD SRAC TMC Subcommittee…
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State Preventive Health Advisory Committee works with HHS to develop and implement the state plan for the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant. Membership: 1. Welcome, Roll Call, Introductions and…
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1. Welcome, call to order, and roll call. The meeting was convened by the co-chair. A quorum was not present. Nonmembers participated freely and openly in the meeting. 2. Consideration…
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Since 2011, the waiver has enabled the State to expand its use of Medicaid managed care to achieve program savings, while also preserving locally funded supplemental payments to hospitals. The…
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