Texas House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations: Article II Subcommittee

Meeting Summary. The Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II met on March 21 to hear invited and public testimony on the following issues related to interim charge 18: Monitor the agencies and programs under the Committee’s jurisdiction and oversee the implementation of relevant legislation passed by the 85th Legislature. In conducting this oversight, the Committee will also specifically monitor: d. Implementation of therapy rate increases and policy changes at HHSC; e. HHSC's use of appropriated funds to expand Texas's inpatient psychiatric infrastructure; f. Ongoing impact of critical-needs funding at DFPS. HHSC's Use of Appropriated Funds to Expand Texas's Inpatient Psychiatric Infrastructure. Mike Maples Deputy Executive Commissioner, State Operated Facilities | Jordan Dixon Deputy Executive Commissioner, Office of Transformation & Innovation. HHSC has been undergoing transformation since 2016 aiming for continuous improvement. Project plans are being developed